How To Seal Granite Countertops

People love granite for more than its sleek, high-class look. Aside from aesthetics, a big benefit to selecting granite countertops in the kitchen and bathroom over alternative materials is its durability and resistance to staining. Even so, granite countertops are an investment — and you want to properly maintain any investment so that it looks […]

Best Granite Quartz Countertop Edge

Quartz, marble, and granite countertops are all the rage for those who prefer to have stone for their kitchen and bathroom. Quartz, in particular, has been growing in popularity. One of the major choices, which you will learn as soon as you go to buy your favorite countertops, is the choice of edges. There can […]

How To Get Stains Out Of Granite Countertops

Granite countertops are naturally stain-resistant. If your granite countertops have been well prepared, and then sealed with a good sealer, the surface will retain most of its stain resistance in the normal course of things. If food, liquids, oil, grease, etc. fall on a granite surface, a quick mop up with paper towels or cloth […]

Are Granite Countertops Sealed When Installed

If you are like most homeowners, you probably wonder if your countertops are already sealed when they get installed, or if you should seal the countertops as soon as they are installed. Luckily, there is an easy way to check whether your countertop needs to be sealed. A water test is a simple way to […]

Understanding Your Countertop Quote

Are you shopping for countertops for your remodel project or new build? Are you having trouble understanding your countertop quote? Don’t worry; we have you covered. Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about countertop quotes. First things first, you should always get a countertop quote from a few different countertop specialists. Getting […]

Most Popular Granite Countertop Colors (2020 - 2021)

Homeowners from around the world prefer granite for their countertops for a plethora of reasons. Granite is a nonporous natural stone that is perfect for high traffic areas like your kitchen or bathroom. Granite countertops provide a clean aesthetic for your overall interior design. Granite countertops are easy to clean and require very little maintenance. […]

Coronavirus on Countertops - Important Coronavirus Update

To all of our readers! Cleaning your countertops should be done daily due to the Coronavirus or Covid-19! Be sure to follow this guide on cleaning your countertops here. (IMPORTANT) I recommend using denatured alcohol (this amount should last a while) to clean your countertops daily. Use a spray bottle and mix denatured alcohol with […]

5 Black Quartz Countertop Options

Black quartz countertops are a great color for some kitchens. Black can be what really makes your kitchen pop. Black is a popular color especially for wood colored cabinets or white cabinets. Cherry and oak cabinets are especially great with black quartz countertops. Charcoal Soapstone Quartz by Silestone Charcoal Soapstone Quartz by Silestone is a […]

Should a Stove be Higher than the Countertop?

A well-appointed kitchen can greatly enhance a home’s value. If you are considering refreshing or remodeling your kitchen with new countertops or replacing old kitchen appliances this article may be of interest to you, especially if you have an old stove that you are thinking of upgrading. Should a stove be higher than the countertop? […]

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