When we think of natural stone countertops, some of us think in terms of marble slabs that round nicely and flow into waterfall side panels. In. One. Solid. Piece. One of our latest remodeling jobs will make you rethink traditional kitchen design. The featured image shows a contemporary kitchen that we created from scratch. The [...]
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, even without being sealed. [...]
Brazil has established itself as one of the one leaders of granite, with 5.3 tons produced annually and nearly half of all the natural stone produced. Most of the Brazilian granite is exported to the United States, China, and Italy. Brazilian marble was discovered by Italian immigrants who had immigrated with their knowledge and experience [...]
Indian Granite Holds Some of the Most Abundant Varieties in the World India is one the largest exporters of granite in the world. The southern and eastern parts of India hold the most granite, with colors varying widely; from ivory and gold to reds, greens and pure black, it offers something for every style. Black [...]
Don’t be afraid of natural stone just because it needs periodic sealing. The sealing process is very easy! A 10-year old could even do it! Natural stone has tiny cavities that allow liquids and oils to seep in but fear not! Great sealers help protect you from those pesky stains. And if you do get [...]
These days there are so many options for your new countertops and the type of stone you choose reflects your style as well as your lifestyle. Here are some things to consider when selecting the type of stone for your project: Are you willing to seal your countertops from time to time? […]
For years, people were selecting darker granites, earthy tones and putting them with darker cabinets but today that has completely flipped. The modern and traditional trend in countertops now is lights, whites, greys, and can incorporate beige and “greige” accents in the stone, splash, and paint. Greige is a warm toned grey that can be [...]
