A backsplash has two important purposes. First, it covers the sometimes unsightly gap that can exist between your granite countertops and the wall. Second, it protects your wall from water and other liquids, which can cause stains and even mold. But there’s another reason homeowners love backsplashes: They can boost your kitchen’s beauty level. Notice the […]
How to Keep Your Counters Clear and Roomy
Your kitchen countertops exist to make life easier. They provide you with valuable space to prepare food, do homework with your kids and consider some of life’s most important documents. But only if you keep them clear and roomy, which can be easier said than done. In the hustle and bustle of day-to-day living, it’s […]
Arch City will Measure Out Your Stone Countertop with Digital Precision
Fabricators and do-it-yourselfers share an old axiom: “Measure twice, cut once.” How long do you think it took people to figure out that spending a little more time on the front end of a project can save a lot of time and money on the back end? Probably a while. There’s another axiom that has been […]
Cleaning Up Your Marble Countertops
There is a lot to love about marble countertops. The spectacular beauty and elegance. The wide range of colors in which it is available. The uniqueness of each slab, which means you can truly differentiate your kitchen from those of your friends and neighbors. The absolute resistance to heat. Yes, there are a lot of obvious reasons […]
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 […]
Renovating? Check out these 2015 kitchen design trends
It’s a new year, which means it’s time to take a look at the hot, new 2015 kitchen design trends. Whether you’re renovating or modeling a new kitchen, these six design trends are sure to offer an idea or two that can work for you: Furniture-style kitchen cabinets. This year, the island in your kitchen could look more like […]
How to choose the right surface material
Bio-glass or bamboo? Concrete or copper? Plastic laminate, tile, natural stone or something more exotic like recycled paper? When it comes to kitchen countertop materials, you’ve got a lot of options. Which one you choose could depend on your style, décor, personal preference and plenty of other factors. But one thing is for sure: Making […]
Spring Cleaning 101: Cleaning Quartz Countertops
If you’ve got quartz countertops, you’ve got extremely durable, unbelievably attractive, and incredibly classy countertops. Quartz — that extravagant-looking engineered stone that comes in an array of colors — can instantly elevate the allure of any kitchen as well as the overall value of the entire house. Quartz is an investment, but, fortunately, it’s also easy […]
How to Measure Granite Kitchen Countertops
When it comes to kitchen counter space, more is better–especially when those counters are covered in granite. This is why figuring out exactly how much counterspace your kitchen can handle is so important. Accurately measuring granite countertops allows you to maximize your kitchen’s square footage to ensure that you have enough space to prep and […]
The amazing benefits of Natural Stone Countertops
Natural stone countertops, vinyl countertops, or some other kind of countertop? That’s the question a lot of homeowners ask themselves when they are building a new house or remodeling their existing home. Most have an open mind when they initially ask the question. But, when faced with the facts, they quickly fall in love with natural […]
