George, I also have heard several complaints about the problem of keeping the grout clean with the ceramic tiles for a countertop. And I know it's more attractive than formica, but I did find that working on top of the tiles was not always easy and secure, when I tried it in someone's home. . Penny, NY ___________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]