There are many reasons why premium natural Q-Quartz from MSI is one of the most popular marble-like materials around for countertops. But with so many sophisticated quartz colors from which to choose, how do you know which hue best suits your style? Today, we’re spotlighting one particularly show-stopping shade of Q-Quartz: Calacatta Classique. Read on for a […]
What is the Main and Most Important Difference Between Travertine and Marble?
Travertine is often thought of as a type marble and people frequently confuse the two. In fact, many people think travertine is just a fancier word for marble but this is not the case, the two are very different stones created in a unique environments giving them their own specific look and feel. One […]
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 […]
Marvelous Marble for Your Kitchen Countertops
Whether you are building a home or renovating your current home when it comes to the kitchen you will have a lot of different choices to make. You will be choosing from diverse types of cabinets, pulls, knobs, back splashes and of course, your countertops. There are so many different countertop varieties out there. You […]
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 […]
Quartz Colors That Look Like Marble
There are several quartz countertop colors manufactured by reputable quartz brands like Caesarstone, Silestone, and Quartz that look like real marble stone colors. Marble stones like Calcatta marble, Carrara marble, Emperador Dark or Emperador light, Crema Marfil are very beautiful. But they may not be suitable for very active kitchens that are regularly used for […]
Countertop Spotlight: Fantasy Brown Marble
One of the hottest countertop stones on the market right now is actually a marble, even though many homeowners prefer granite or quartzite due to marble’s higher propensity to stain or etch. Fantasy Brown Marble is not your average marble. This beautiful Indian stone is much harder than the typical white marble that are often […]
Super White Countertops: Are they Granite, Marble, or Quartzite?
One of the most popular white natural stones in the last few years is Super White. With beautifully apportioned white and gray minerals in a marble like pattern, this material has become an instant classic. But what exactly is it? Granite? Marble? Quartzite? The answer is complicated. (This is become a common theme in our […]
11 Quartz Counters that Really Do Look Like Marble
Who doesn’t love a kitchen with classic marble counters? Unfortunately, marble tends to be softer and more susceptible to etching than granite counters. Of course, with proper care and maintenance, you can keep marble looking pristine in your kitchen for years. However, many of our clients want both the fresh, bright marble look and 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 […]
