5 Custom Granite Countertops Myths Debunked
If you have considered adding custom granite countertops in your kitchen, you’ve probably heard some of the many myths and misconceptions that swirl around this building material. Before you let any of these fallacies deter you from adding high-end granite to your home, let’s take a closer look at what we know. Myth No. 1: […]
Quartz Countertop History
Quartz countertops are rivaling granite for the title of most popular, but it’s a relatively new trend. For decades, granite was king, and few homeowners even knew quartz slabs were an option. Quartz, which is a natural stone infused with manmade materials for strength and durability, is available in a variety of patterns and colors. […]
Solid Surface Countertops and Formica
Today’s solid surface countertops are nothing like their predecessors of the 1960s and ’70s. These man-made materials are comprised of tough elements including acrylic, polyester resins, bauxite, epoxy and pigments. Solid surface countertops are low-maintenance, nonporous and absolutely beautiful. They can look and feel like any type of natural stone imaginable, with the added bonus […]
Custom Granite: Beyond Countertops
Using custom granite for kitchen and bathroom counters is a given, but this versatile material can be a showstopper in many other parts of the home too. As gas fireplaces increase in popularity, so does choosing custom granite as a frame and mantle. Using a high-end material as a fireplace backdrop draws the eye. Get […]
Quartz Countertops for Christmas
You can’t wrap up a quartz countertop, top it with a bow and park it under the Christmas tree. Well, technically you can, but that would be a big undertaking. However, if new quartz or granite countertops are in the budget and you want to surprise a loved one with a major kitchen or bathroom […]
Common Custom Granite Questions
You’ve decided to have custom granite installed in your home, but maybe a few questions are still nagging at you. Maybe you didn’t get a clear answer from the granite company (in which case you might want to reconsider that company), or maybe you’re too embarrassed to ask because you think it might be “obvious.” […]
Custom Granite for Fireplaces
You already know adding custom granite to kitchen countertops, backsplashes and bathroom vanities is a great way to increase your home’s value. But custom granite is also a fantastic choice to frame your fireplace or to update the hearth. Granite is durable, simple to clean, comes in every color variation and pattern you can imagine, […]
Granite Countertop Installations
The quality of your granite countertop installation is just as important as the quality of the slab itself. Some homeowners try to tackle the installation themselves because they think it’s a way to save money, but it can lead to devastating results. Granite is, of course, heavy and can break, crack or chip when in […]
Quartz Countertops Rise to Fame
Quartz countertops are now almost as common as granite, battling it out among solid surfaces to become the most popular pick of all. However, most homeowners still answer a resounding, “Granite!” when asked which high-end surface is the most in demand, and they’re not wrong. But just because a solid surface countertop is good quality […]
Are Your Solid Surface Countertops Thick Enough?
You’ve picked the type of solid surface countertop you want, the color scheme and the quality grade. What about thickness? Solid surface countertops are a luxury investment, and the thicker the slab, the costlier it is. However, having a thick slab in your kitchen or bathroom offers a serious wow factor, too, making the upgrade […]