The most discerning homeowners have new shopping habits when it comes to selecting a kitchen countertop. Fabricators no longer play a key role in the decision making process. Instead, homeowners become more involved with remodeling process and kitchen countertop selection. The Internet with abundant amount of information reflects on consciousness of buyers, strengthening their power, knowledge and preparedness for an event of kitchen and bathroom remodeling. The only fact that remains the same is that every homeowner still wants to … Continue reading
Working with Caayu team, naturally forces me to explore the new trends in K&B designs. Today I would like to present a recently discovered sensational product of the engineered stone industry. NEOLITH porcelain stoneware is truly a new trend working up the East coast market and is surely to become the next big hit utilized in countless kitchens, bathrooms and commercial spaces. Thanks to HG Stones, an exclusive distributor of NEOLITH porcelain slabs in New York and New Jersey, I was … Continue reading
To start off the post – yes, I’m biased and absolutely obsessed with Calacatta, Carrara, Statuario, Thassos, Afyon and other white marble, its entire timeless and stunning appearance in kitchen and bathroom applications. I surely adore white and light gray marble, whether it has heavy and contrasty veining or soft and gentle look. I have Calacatta L-shape countertop and island and now plan to renovate my master bathroom with white marble floor and wall tiles as well as replace … Continue reading
Recently one of the visitors asked how to remove bleach stains (mistakenly used Soft Scrub to clean surface) from black soapstone counter? We thought it can be a piece of advice to share with everyone. Soapstone is an inert material, meaning it is not effected by chemicals such as bleach and low acidic foods and beverages therefore it’s not likely that the bleach has anything to do with the issue. If we had to guess, it sounds like the abrasive … Continue reading
Marble countertops have come into their own as the surface of choice for the modern kitchen. Durable, elegant, and dependable, they add permanent value to a home. Once granite countertops are in place, they bring an element of class and sophistication that cannot be denied. After all, there are few things more permanent than marble and the very same stone that the Renaissance sculptors used to carve their masterpieces can be part of your home. Marble countertops are nearly indestructible; … Continue reading
Granite tile has the timeless beauty and the functional benefits that a kitchen floor needs. A great benefit of granite tile is the ease with which stains can be removed if the tile is properly sealed. Good sealers are available to protect the finish and look of the granite floor. Stains like wine and oil are easily removed. There are so many choices of granite colors and patterns. A kitchen floor can be a dominant theme within the decorating plan, … Continue reading
As the cold weather approaches there is no better time to consider updating the areas where most of your valuable time is spent. With the housing crisis seeming to never end, and the consistent talk about banks not lending, it’s no wonder more people are choosing to stay in their existing homes. As we approach the 5 year mark for what was coined as the last economic boom, most people have shelved the idea of kitchen remodeling and spent what little extra … Continue reading
Surface Finishes In addition to the obvious aesthetics of natural stone, there are also different types of surface finishes that all directly affect look and feel of your granite and marble countertops, the way your natural stone project is perceived and how they are best utilized in your home or business. Since the beginning of time or at least since the start of modern day building, the appearance of natural stone was limited to the way it was extracted from … Continue reading
Thought it might be a helpful advise (originally posted on Gardeweb.com) I’ve always known marble wasn’t for me. I knew based on a fleeting but potent memory of my experience with a marble pastry board about 15 years ago. I remember being enamored with that little stone and so happy when DH gave it to me one Christmas… until the first etch appeared. (Back then I had no idea what that rough spot was called – I just knew I … Continue reading
The beauty of granite comes from its individuality; however, natural stone characteristics extend far beyond aesthetics. When purchasing granite for your home, it is important to understand the performance and how it relates to your means. There are many different types of “granites” currently available and while the most common perform equally in view of staining, scratching and etching, there are still those which require more attention. When selecting a slab for a granite countertop it is important to know … Continue reading
