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Natural Stone or Engineered Stone Countertops?
We hear this question a lot! There is no substitute for natural stone. Not only is natural stone completely unique, with no other like it, but the quality of natural stone holds up for hundreds of years when it’s cared for. Some natural stone artistry throughout the world has been preserved, [...]
Quartz Countertops for Outdoor Kitchens
When building an outdoor kitchen, keep this in mind when it comes to designing your countertop: As long as you don’t expose your outdoor countertop to direct sunlight, quartz will make an ideal choice. However, when quartz is exposed to direct sunlight, it will lose its color and luster over time. [...]
Limestone in Ancient Egyptian Culture
Limestone in Ancient Egyptian Culture November 4th, ninety-six years ago, will mark the day the tomb of King Tutankhamen was opened in Egypt, revealing spectacular artifacts and a magnificent mummy of the boy king. In honor of this remarkable discovery, nearly a century ago, we are going to cover pyramids and [...]
Interesting Facts About Turkish Stone Exports
It’s no surprise that the United States was named the fastest growing country in natural stone consumption and industry analysts attribute this increase to a homeowner’s desire for more durable, high quality and prestigious building materials. According to the National Association of Home Builders, natural stone is the number one choice [...]
Legacy West Granite Installations
St. Gabriel Black & Viscount White Granite for Legacy West Installations Engineered stone is a composite material made of crushed stone and adhered together by a polymer resin or cement mix. Marble and quartz are the two most common stones used to produce engineered stones. Engineered stones are gaining in popularity [...]