Try this mixture once a week to keep granite countertops clean and shiny: combine warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap in a clean spray bottle. Spray onto the countertops, wipe with a soft ...

After torrential rains triggered a series of deadly landslides in Hiroshima Prefecture, experts pointed to the possibility that they were so-called "surface landslides," in which soil about 0.5 to 2 ...

Granite countertops can be a beautiful addition to a kitchen, but they do require maintenance. Here's how to properly seal ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...