A waterfall countertop turns an ordinary island into the statement centerpiece for a kitchen. Instead of the countertop stopping at the top edge, with a waterfall countertop, another same sourced stone slab adjoins the top slab and drops straight down the side to the floor. The overall visual effect results…

Porcelain countertops for kitchens have migrated from Europe and become mainstream American favorites for good reasons. They handle heat, sun, and scratches better than almost anything else. And they’re thin enough to go into places where other slabs won’t work. Here’s an honest look at the benefits, the drawbacks, and…