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Best Granite Countertop Alternatives
Best Granite Countertop Alternatives A kitchen remodel is an exciting venture, and a big investment. When you put in that much time, money, and effort, you want to feel confident with the decisions you make along the way, and there are a lot of them! From color...
The Stone Countertop Installation Process Explained
If you’re considering new stone countertops for your home renovation project, it’s a big deal. You’ll likely want to learn everything you can about your options, pricing, and what to expect when it comes time to witness the end result: natural stone and granite...
How to Shop for Granite Remnants
Granite remnants are pieces of a granite slab that are left over from a previous project. Instead of throwing them away, granite remnants are perfect for use in other projects. One remnant store can have many remnants to choose from, of varying sizes, colors, and...
What is Soapstone?
As far as natural stones for countertop materials go, soapstone is one of the most underappreciated. Not nearly as popular as granite, soapstone countertops are still some of the most resistant and unique countertops available. What is soapstone really? What are the...
Pros and Cons of Granite Countertops
Granite countertops are one of the most highly sought after design elements in a home. If you’re considering granite in your home, you may be weighing the advantages and drawbacks of the decision. To make it easy, let’s break down the pros and cons of granite...
How to Renovate a Bathroom on a Budget with Natural Stone
If you’re searching for ways to renovate a bathroom on a budget, you might have already considered options like choosing less expensive fixtures, opting for a smaller shower, or including fewer luxuries — but there’s another way you can save money on your bath reno...
Buying a Quartz Remnant? 5 Considerations to Make
Quartz remnants are a great way to use solid stone for smaller projects like tabletops, vanities, and even small kitchen countertops without paying solid slab prices. Remnants are pieces leftover from other large projects. While they vary in size, color, and pattern,...
I Scratched My Stone Countertop — Can it be Fixed?
Scratches happen. The point of having beautiful natural stone countertops is to use and enjoy them, and eventually, they will get scratched. While slight wear can give your stone countertops character and make them look loved, at some point scratches are not endearing...
Maintaining Marble Countertops
Marble is a beautiful, natural stone which has been gaining popularity for its luxurious feel with flowing patterns and striking veins. Great for kitchens and bathrooms, marble countertops will upgrade any space with a touch of elegance, but require a bit of care to...
Quartz Countertop Brand Comparison
If you’re shopping for quartz countertops, you have a lot to consider. While most quartz countertop brands will offer strength and impact-tested materials as well as stain, scratch, and heat resistant surfaces, they often differ in the styles and special features that...