[Updated 3/17/2021] When we’re helping our customers pick out new countertops, we’re always concerned with making sure they consider not only what type of granite or marble or soapstone they like – we’re also concerned with making sure that surface will look amazing in their kitchen. You and your family will spend much of your […]
Santa Cecilia Granite: An Affordable Brazilian Stone that Suits Any Kitchen Design
If you’re looking for a beautiful, versatile stone for your home, Santa Cecilia granite is a great option. This stone hails from Brazil, specifically the quarries in the Sao Paolo region. The name comes from the patron saint of music, Saint Cecilia. When it comes to granite, Santa Cecilia is regarded as one of the […]
Is it Possible to Cut and Prepare Food on a Granite/Marble Kitchen Countertop?
Now that you have your beautiful natural stone countertop installed in your kitchen, you will be spending a few moments staring into its rich surface. You will love how its smooth edges and color variations bring aesthetics and a sense of cool perfection. You will definitely want to take steps to protect your newest investment […]
Move Over Granite, Quartz is in Town!
For decades, the trend in counter tops has been moving in one direction: Granite. If your friends bought a new house or remodeled their kitchen you’d hear, “And it has granite countertops!” For many years that has been the ultimate upgrade. Granite has been king in the countertop industry and while it is still the […]
Marble the Granite Way at St. Louis Stone Countertops Company
When people think of an elegant, cool, and stunning countertop they usually think of marble. One of our biggest attractions to marble is those veins of color. When marble is formed under the earth, different minerals are exposed to heat and the veins of color are created. No two slabs of marble look the same. […]
How to Match Granite and Cabinets
First things first: most kitchen designers recommend that you pick your granite counters before the cabinets. While there are many subtle shades of stains and paints for cabinets that can be mixed and matched with door styles, each block of granite is a unique natural creation. If you choose a cabinet first, you are going […]
How to Choose the Best Type of Countertop for Your Bathroom
The bathroom is one of the most practical and necessary rooms in the house. But sometimes it ends up being the last room to be decorated and updated. Think of how often you are in the powder room or master bathroom? Invest a little money and time in this space, and you have the chance […]
Beach Vibes: How to Design a Kitchen that Looks Like a Vacation All Year Long
Summer is coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the soft colors and bright, airy feel of a beach house all year long. With the right mix of colors and natural materials, you can create a fresh and relaxing kitchen that looks classy in any season. Let’s start with the […]
Reflections of Nature: 6 Granite Counters with Unbelievable Patterns
There is nothing more inherently inspiring than looking at beautiful natural landscapes in person. The next best thing is to see echoes of these vistas captured in the unique patterns and colors of natural stone. When walking through a countertop fabricator’s warehouse or granite slab-yard, many are struck by how many types of granite, marble, […]
Calcatta Classique Quartz: Great Alternative to Calcatta Marble
Calcatta marble has always fascinated common man to artisans across the world. It is a premium marble quarried in the Carrara region of Italy, which is the same area of Italy where Carrara marble originates. But the white background with very subtle light gold and faint gray veining makes it as an exclusive choice of […]
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