Arch City Granite & Marble

St. Louis Granite Countertop Specialist

5 Granites and Marble that “Rock” a Honed Finish

If you are looking for granite or marble countertops, you’ve probably the heard the terms “honed” or “leathered” finish.  We get a lot of questions about these terms, especially concerning appearance and maintenance. In this article, we will quickly address the big questions about non-polished finishes on granite and marble before highlighting a few stones […]

Granite Countertops: What to Expect During Your Granite Installation

Since granite is a long-term investment in your home, it’s likely you’ve never gone through the process before. You may be curious to know what goes on during installation or how long it takes to complete your kitchen granite or what are the things you need to do before our team comes to install. For […]

How Do Granite Slabs Get their Names?

You might have become familiar with some names of granite slabs when you started shopping for your granite countertops project. You might have wondered how the granite slabs get their names. Some are very descriptive, some have funny names, and some have bizarre names. Continue reading this article, you will get a good grasp on […]

Five New Granite Colors St. Louis Homeowners Will Love

Trends come and when it comes to decorating and refinishing your kitchen. However, the one thing that remains consistent is the popularity of granite countertops. While many people immediately think of black or grey when they think of granite, there are many different granite colors to choose from—allowing nearly endless style options for your kitchen. […]

Andino White Granite: An Affordable Luxury for Kitchen Countertops

Are you looking for a granite slab that can do it all? Andino White granite might be exactly what you’re looking for. This type of granite goes perfectly with kitchen cabinets in a variety of styles and colors. Want to learn more about Andino White granite and the ways that you can use it in […]

7 Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner on Granite Countertops

Whether you’ve had your granite countertops or marble kitchen countertops for a while, or you’re still gazing with the eyes of a new love at its lustrous surface while whipping mashed potatoes, you know granite inspires some gratitude. If you’re hosting a big Thanksgiving gathering this year, follow these tips for showing off and taking […]

Six Granite Colors that Will Never Go Out of Style

So, you’ve bought your forever home, and you are decorating with the next few decades in mind. Granite countertops are a great investment; with proper care and feeding, they will look as good in fifteen years as they do today. But that means you need a countertop that will fit the styles of the future […]

White and Gray Granite Countertops: The New Neutral Granite for St. Louis Homeowners

The new trend in kitchen and bath designs is all about neutral shades—but not neutral in a boring way. Forget about the beiges and sandy tones of yesteryear. Today’s designers love to work with bright whites, deep blacks and softer shades of gray. You’ll even see a few dark browns—particularly espresso cabinets—thrown into the mix. […]

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