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 […]
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 […]
Tips on selecting the best granite countertop colors for a kitchen
You can go with a Magma Gold, Alaskan White or Chocolate Bordeaux. If none of those seem to fit your style, you can work with the Emerald Pearl, the Coffee Brown with a Suede Finish or the Fantasy Blue. Or maybe you you just want to hedge your bets and go with the African Rainbow. […]
Trendy spring colors that go great with granite
Spring is the season of new beginnings. It’s the season when frozen, dormant soil gives way to fresh green grass and flowering buds. It’s when animals awaken and the Earth seems to awake from its months’ long slumber. For homeowners, it’s also an opportunity to redecorate and rediscover their flair for the fantastic. Each spring, […]
Try this DIY cleaner for marble countertops
The marble kitchen countertops in your home are an investment. As soon as you selected your slab, chose a fabricator and had them installed, your home’s overall value increased. As with any investment, you need to nourish and protect it so that you can cash in on it when the time comes. You will also want […]
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