For homeowners that love to cook, functionality is just as important as appearance. Your kitchen countertops and kitchen appliances have to look good, feel good, and hold up under heavy use. Here are our top three countertop picks for cooks, based on aesthetics, durability, and cleanliness. #1 Granite Granite is an easy choice for cooks. […]
Soapstone Countertops – A Complete Guide by Arch City Granite
Of all the natural stone counter varieties available in the St. Louis area, soapstone is one of the most unique. This soft, monochromatic material has been used for cooking for thousands of years and has been a staple of the American home since Vermont soapstone wood-burning stoves became a fixture of many East Coast homes. […]
How NOT to Shop for Granite Countertops
Granite, like a home, is something most people will only buy a few times in their life. That means you don’t get a lot of chances to learn by trial and error; it’s important to get the right stone with a good company the first time. We’ve written before about the “do’s” of granite-buying, but […]
Where Should You Buy Granite or Quartz Countertops?
Once you decided to upgrade your kitchen or bath with new granite or quartz countertops, the next step it to pick a granite company. Whether you rely on referrals from friends or family, choose a company who sent you a flyer in the mail, or find a fabricator online, you’ll need to evaluate their trustworthiness […]
4 Tips for Turning an Average Bathroom into a Masterpiece
The bathroom is one of the most functional rooms in the house, but so many homeowners neglect to give it as much decorating attention as say, the living room or the kitchen. In fact, because bathrooms are usually smaller, some well-thought out improvements and a few quality materials can make a big difference, turning an […]
Three Reasons to See Full Slabs of Granite before You Finalize Selection
Granite countertops are one of the most-loved products you can add to your kitchen, for both personal enjoyment and to boost the resale value. However, choosing the perfect granite slab is a difficult decision. You may think that browsing sample slabs to view different granite options is the best way, or the only way, to […]
How to Select Granite to Make Your White Kitchen Colorful
These days, white and light colored kitchens are all the rage. People love them because they’re brighter and because they always feel clean and fresh. However, without a little bit of added color, these kitchens can easily go from a fresh feeling to a dull one. While there are many ways to add color to […]
How to Design the Perfect Island for Your Kitchen
If you have the space, a kitchen island is the perfect combination of practical and ornamental. It gives you extra cabinet space, extra counters for working, and sometimes extra seating. It also creates a visual focal point where you can show off your countertop. Whether you are adding an island to an existing kitchen layout […]
Granite Slabs Variations: The Many Faces of Typhoon Bordeaux Granite
If you have been visiting granite showrooms searching for the right granite, you have probably noticed the beautiful Typhoon Bordeaux Granite. Perhaps the light cream background, chocolate swirls, and burgundy rivulets were a perfect match to your cabinet color. Maybe the subtle greys in the slab picked up the same color in your floor. If, […]
5 Green Granite Colors that Will Turn your Kitchen Beautiful …On Any Budget
Yes, green is often described as a color of envy, but in the world of decorating, green means so much more. The color of nature, green represents the simplicity of the outdoors. If you want to inspire calmness, optimism, and serenity in your home, then start incorporating green into your color scheme. Paler greens are […]
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