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 […]
10 Granite Colors That Are a Perfect Fit for White Cabinets
White cabinets. Timeless, fresh, adaptable. They are an enduring kitchen favorite, whether you are installing them new or painting existing cabinets for an uplifting change of pace. White cabinets pair well with a large variety of granite patterns. Of course, white-on-white and black and white are always reliable style choices, or you could go for […]
Six Brown Granite Colors that Will Make Any Kitchen Beautiful
The color brown is a mixture of all three primary colors: yellow, red, and blue. It is a primal color, the color of the earth that allows all plants and food to grow. From wooded mountaintops to endless deserts, this color represents the most ancient qualities of our planet. Decorating with earth tones, especially brown […]
4 Space Hacks for More Workspace, Seating, and Storage in the Kitchen
For most of our clients, one of the key features of their dream kitchen is enough counter and storage space. But since most homeowners aren’t building from scratch on a limitless budget, they have to make the most out of kitchens that weren’t designed for a busy modern life. After so many years of working […]
Granite or Cabinets: What Comes First With Kitchen Design?
When you’re envisioning your dream kitchen, what do you see? Most likely your vision of a picture-perfect kitchen includes two things: beautiful cabinets and countertops. This is an easy assumption, since both granite countertops and cabinets make a statement in any kitchen. When you combine high quality countertops and cabinets together, the result is a […]
The History of Marble Stone And Why It’s so Popular For Countertops
Marble is one of the oldest and most beautiful stones available on the market for countertops. It’s a metamorphic stone that is a result of limestone being subjected to immense amount of pressure for long periods of time. Marble’s popularity began in ancient Rome and Greece, where white and off-white marble was used to construct […]
How to Care For Your New Granite Countertops
Your new granite countertop is the showstopper of your kitchen. Whether you choose the color Black Pearl or Typhoon Bordeaux, your granite countertops are sure to make an impression in nearly every kitchen or bathroom. After your new granite countertops are first installed, you’re likely wondering how you can keep the quality and color looking […]
St. Louis Homeowners Love Winter-Inspired Granite Colors
Over the holiday season, light-colored granites look beautiful against greenery and the reds and greens or blues and silvers that you’ve used to deck the halls. But what about white granite colors during other times of the year? The good news is that winter-inspired granite will look beautiful in any season. Summer or winter, these […]
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