For luxury kitchens, granite countertops have long been a hallmark of taste and style. Now, sinks that incorporate stone offer an alternative to the traditional stainless steel undermount sink that blends the granite into kitchen fixtures. Explore the look and feel of both the traditional stainless steel and the new composite granite to determine which […]
Enliven Your Home with These Popular Countertop Materials
When does your counter space become more than just a place for work? When does it transcend its functional role into something akin to art? The answer is when your countertops are newly made from ageless, solid and beautiful stone. Few other kitchen countertop materials are as coveted or as beautiful than those made from granite, marble, quartz or soapstone. All […]
What You Need to Know Before Replacing Laminate Counters with Granite
All countertops are not created equal, which is why you’ve finally decided to replace your laminate countertops with granite. Over time, laminate countertops can wind up with an array of well-earned scratches, and their color can even fade or become dated. Granite countertops, on the other hand, offer so many short- and long-term advantages that are preferred by most people. Once […]
Thank You Stone Industry! For a Pat on our Back
Arch City Granite’s business model and reputation have been noticed by several stone industry publications such as The Slippery Rock Gazette and Stone World Magazine. Recently a detailed account of our operation was published in The Slippery Rock Gazette. You can read about us written by Slippery Rock Gazette by clicking the link below: http://www.slipperyrockgazette.net/index.cfm/pageid/1197 […]
Polished, Honed or Brushed Finish on Granite; What Is Your Choice?
When it comes to countertops, granite is one of the most popular materials available. Granite countertops visually appealing, durable, sanitary and easy to clean. With so many benefits, choosing to go with granite over other materials is often easy. However, the choices don’t end there. Granite countertops come in a variety of surface finishes, and […]
Oak Cabinets and Granite? Yes, They Blend Flawlessly! Here’s how
You really want to update your kitchen, but your oak cabinets are in great condition – so they are staying. However, your laminate countertops are another story. They make your kitchen look cheap, which is not the look you are going for. That’s where granite comes in. Oak cabinets are very popular in St. Louis […]
Smart ways to Compare Different Granite Quotes on the Same Project
If you are a first time shopper looking for new granite countertops (most shoppers are first timers), then you might be feeling a little nervous because you don’t know how to find the best deal. In fact, you may not understand what a great deal looks like, let alone know how to avoid a bad […]
Experts agree: Granite countertops add value upon resale
You may be planning to renovate your kitchen or bathrooms and may be wondering if the substantial investment that goes into the renovation is well worth the investment. It is a good idea to consider the pros and cons of any sizable investment. Following are some researched data that suggest that major remodeling of homes […]
Elements to Consider when designing an Outdoor Kitchen
If you are planning to have outdoor kitchen countertops installed in the St. Louis area, here are some tips that may help you to choose the right countertop material for your outdoor project. It also helps to avoid the blunder of choosing the wrong stone for outdoor kitchens. Not all stones are suitable for outdoor […]
Learn to design a magnificent granite island for your kitchen
Granite countertops are much-coveted throughout the country for their beauty and elegance, and granite kitchen islands are usually lumped into the same category. At Arch City Granite in St. Louis, however, we’ve seen many of our customers design magnificent kitchen islands with our help, and we think the granite kitchen island deserves a spotlight of […]