If you have ever handled a piece of granite, you know just how heavy and dense it is. It is so heavy and dense that customers sometimes ask us whether gravity alone is enough to keep granite countertops in place. The answer is both yes and no. Gravity is enough to keep granite countertops in […]
Homeowners have a lot of decisions to make before installing new countertops. For instance, there are a variety of materials to choose from. Stone materials like granite and marble are among them. When stone is the material of choice, there is another consideration: countertop weight. Stone materials are obviously heavier and more dense than wood, […]
Installing stone countertops is no easy task. It is a fine DIY job if you know what you’re doing and have the right tools. Otherwise, installation can be a bear. One of the biggest challenges is the fact that cutting stone isn’t easy. But guess what? Professional installation is – at least for you. Professional […]
Every now and again we are all tempted to reward ourselves with a guilty pleasure just because we can. We find something that grabs attention. We don’t need it, but it is something we would love to have. So we buy it. Maybe for you, it is natural stone countertops. Stone materials like quartzite, marble, […]
Have you ever noticed that discussions revolving around stone countertops frequently allude to luxury? Perhaps you have noticed that you are more likely to find stone countertops in a luxury home as opposed to a starter house. But why? Why is there an association between stone countertops and luxury? There is no scientific answer to […]
Would you ever consider combining multiple stones in the same kitchen space? While the thought of doing so may seem bizarre, it is actually a trend. Designers and homeowners have begun exploring ways to combine multiple stone materials to create a truly unique look they can call their own. Why would someone combine multiple stones? […]
Kitchen design trends come and go. You know first-hand if you were part of the modern farmhouse craze of the 2010s and early 20s. These days, one of the hottest trends in kitchen design is the matte finish for granite countertops. It is just something people want right now. Achieving a matte finish is not […]
Stonemasonry is known for some rather creative techniques that can get the most out of natural stone, both in terms of structural integrity and natural beauty. One of the aesthetic techniques is known as bookmatching. A stonemason who can bookmatch two slabs of stone with fine precision can create an amazing effect with granite countertops, […]
Marble and granite countertops are appreciated for many different reasons. Near the top of the list is aesthetic beauty. There is something truly unique about the colors and veining patterns found on naturally occurring marble and granite. We like to consider it nature’s incredible artistry. Speaking specifically of veining patterns, do you know where they […]
You and your significant other have decided to replace your countertops. You have not yet decided between granite, marble, or quartz, but you do know that you want natural stone. Whatever you ultimately decide, just remember this one important fact: accurate measurements are critical when it comes time to order. You can avoid having to […]
