Engineered stone benchtops are on the way out in Australia following a nationwide ban that will come into effect later this year. If you’re mid-way through a build or renovation or thinking of ...

Silicosis is commonly diagnosed after inhaling a dust mineral commonly found in certain types of rocks used to create kitchen benchtops. Source: Getty / Bill Oxford Silicosis is a lung condition that ...

Artificial or engineered stone benchtops have seen a rise in popularity in Australian homes as a cheap and attractive alternative to marble or granite. The National Dust Diseases Taskforce says the ...

Granite and marble are the most common types of stone for benchtops. Granite is superior for strength and durability, while marble is usually the more expensive of the two. Because both are natural, ...

Silicosis, an incurable workplace-related disease caused by inhaling silica dust, has become prevalent in recent years. As a result, engineered stone, a commonly sought-after material used in kitchen ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from TV. Followed categories will be added to My News. Silicosis, an incurable workplace-related disease caused by inhaling silica dust, has become prevalent in recent ...