When you decide that it is finally time to exit the workforce and enjoy your well-earned retirement, there are many inevitable changes that you will need to make in your day-to-day life. While the baby boomer generation currently entering retirement is, by and large, a very robust demographic – perhaps the healthiest batch of retirees […]
How to Create a Contemporary Look with White Kitchen Countertops
An all-white kitchen looks airy, clean, and modern – but is it possible to get white stone countertops? The answer is yes and no. All natural stone is formed over millions of years and the multitude of patterns and types is really amazing to behold. There are several types that are considered “white granite” with […]
How to Improve the Sale Price of Your Home with the Right Granite Countertops
One of the biggest frustrations of selling a home is the many improvements that must be made to make the house more appealing to potential buyers. The good news is that these renovations really can make a significant difference, and one of the improvements that brings the greatest return on your investment is installing granite […]
How to identify an expert installer when shopping for your first granite or marble countertops?
The process of choosing granite countertops in St. Louis for your home should be a collaborative one, so be sure that you choose an installer that is willing and able to have a conversation with you about this investment. Choosing to buy granite for your home is a no brainer. This material has unparalleled durability, […]
Learn 5 Secrets to make you Granite Selection Expert
Confused and stressed with the process of selecting right granite slabs for your kitchen countertops? Given a vast choice of more than 200 granite colors to choose from, most of them naturally beautiful and quite few of those granite colors seem to go well with your kitchen cabinets, it is no wonder that you are […]
What can be used to Disinfect Granite Countertops?
Granite slabs are proven to be very safe countertops material for kitchens, baths and other areas of homes and commercial establishments. It is good to know that granite countertops are not a breeding ground for bacterial growth. The Center for Disease Control nor the Institute for Occupational Safety Control have found any evidence to show […]
Most popular granite countertop colors
The most popular granite countertop colors change and update regularly as new colors hit the scene and consumers choose new favorites. Designing a kitchen means choosing a countertop that will add color and architectural pop, not to mention a place to prepare meals. When you’ve got your eye on granite counters, you’ll have a vast […]
What can I do to Protect my Granite Countertops?
After choosing the perfect granite for your home and purchasing it, it’s understandable that you want to keep it perfect. Protect your granite countertops by using the correct products on it and by avoiding other damaging mishaps. Granite is an exceptionally hard natural stone, but it is possible to damage it if you do not […]
What color granite goes with white cabinets?
A kitchen design or remodel involves the selection of colors for a variety of architectural elements of the room. If you have white cabinetry, the light cabinets will factor into your color selection of granite countertops. Granite countertops are available in a wide array of colors to fit virtually any kitchen design and owner preference. […]
What is Granite Made Of?
Granite is one of the most popular countertop materials used in kitchens and bathrooms across the United States. Many home owners are curious about the origin and composition of granite. Other home owners may want the information in order to choose the right type of material for their application. Here is a brief account of […]