Fabricators and do-it-yourselfers share an old axiom: “Measure twice, cut once.” How long do you think it took people to figure out that spending a little more time on the front end of a project can save a lot of time and money on the back end? Probably a while. There’s another axiom that has been […]
Cleaning Up Your Marble Countertops
There is a lot to love about marble countertops. The spectacular beauty and elegance. The wide range of colors in which it is available. The uniqueness of each slab, which means you can truly differentiate your kitchen from those of your friends and neighbors. The absolute resistance to heat. Yes, there are a lot of obvious reasons […]
Kitchen Island Design ideas for a New Home
Your kitchen island can be an oasis of calm in a sea of chaos. Amid the constant cooking, conversation and commotion of daily living, it stands at the ready with extra counter space, storage and amenities, ready to make your life just a little bit easier. If you’re building a new house, make sure to carefully […]
5 Design ideas for a new outdoor kitchen
The kitchen is often the focal point of a gathering, so when the weather is nice, why not take it outside? Outdoor kitchens offer elegance and class to summer cookouts, and enhance a gathering area with convenience, visual interest, and food for the imagination as well as the stomach. An outdoor kitchen can be as […]
Is white granite right for your kitchen?
White is a magical color. It represents purity and perfection, confidence and cleanliness. When used correctly, it can complement any other color or quickly become the center of attention, delivering a “wow factor” few other colors can touch. It also lends light to rooms, makes small spaces appear larger than they are and can be […]
What you need to know before building an outdoor kitchen
It’s a fact that the kitchen is the most popular room in the house. It’s where you gather with family and friends to cook, converse and commiserate and celebrate. It’s where homework gets done, decisions get made and quiet moments are spent early in the morning, before the day’s rat race begins–just you, the newspaper […]
Is quartz for you? The factors you should consider
Sometimes you want something different. Steak rather than chicken, lemonade rather than a beer, quartz countertops rather than granite. For years, granite has been the most popular choice for people looking to top their counters with a material that is both durable and visually appealing. But lately, some people have been looking for an alternative that […]
Beyond color: 5 Popular shades of white granite
Not everyone gets excited when they think about “white” as a design element. But white granite countertops can make a powerful statement, adding class and elegance to a space while making it feel freer and more open. A white countertop also contributes to the amount of diffuse light in a space, adding energy to your […]
What exactly is marble etching?
Marble is an absolutely magnificent stone. As a countertop material, it’s timeless, elegant and able to withstand the heat from hot pots and pans. If the practicality and functionality of marble countertops have a downfall, it’s etching. Etching is the physical change that occurs to marble when acid interacts with the stone’s calcium carbonate makeup. […]
The difference between carrara and calacatta marble
One is called Calacatta and comes from the Carrara region of Italy. The other is called called Carrara and comes from Tuscany. One is gray, the other white. They are often confused for one another, but they have distinct differences that can help you determine which is right for your home. Whether you’re debating between […]
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