Figuring out which type of stone works best for your kitchen counters or your bathroom vanity requires answering just one question: granite or quartz? Both granite, a natural stone, and quartz, an engineered stone, are popular choices for homeowners looking to upgrade their countertops.  Find out how each material differs and which one will work best for your needs. What is it? Granite is a natural stone quarried from underneath …Read More

Study after study has shown that kitchen and bathroom remodels are wise home investments. Potential homebuyers provide further proof, putting offers on homes with updated bathrooms and kitchens. If you have a chunk of money available to improve your living space, it’s best to put it towards a bathroom or kitchen remodel. Sure, adding a pool will markedly increase your quality of life, but it may not be the best …Read More

Granite has been sourced from the quarry for centuries, and that sourcing process has remain unchanged for just as long. What has changed, however, is the way granite slabs are fabricated. Instead of using hand-polished and hand-operated machinery, fabricators rely on complex, precise technology to get from slab to polished counter. When you’re purchasing a granite slab for your countertop, it’s important that you use a fabricator who employs the …Read More

Granite is a popular choice for countertops in kitchens and bathrooms across America. But don’t just eye the common granite colors, such as grey and black, white and gray, and brown and red. Typhoon Bordeaux is a popular option for counters, tiles and fireplaces. Get to know this fury of a granite slab. What is it? A relative newcomer to the granite scene, Typhoon Bordeaux is a durable granite with …Read More

Black granite, gray granite, white granite – these are just some of the common color schemes homeowners choose for their countertops. But there’s a newcomer on the scene that’s getting lots of traction. It’s Uba Tuba granite. If you’re looking for an original but lasting granite look, this is definitely one natural stone material to consider. What is it? Uba Tuba granite is just that: a granite natural stone. Qaurried …Read More

Want to make a statement in your kitchen? You could invest in costly bamboo flooring or expensive cherry cabinets. However, you may get a better return on investment by keeping the flooring and cabinets neutral and going for broke with red or blue granite countertops. Sure, the natural stone is available on interesting, neutral colors like beige, brown, black and white, but it’s also possible to choose a fiery red …Read More

Think of it as the new neutral: Black and gray granite countertops go with almost any kind of room décor. No matter if you’re going with a contemporary kitchen look or a modern bathroom aesthetic, these neutral colors will enhance any look. If you’re thinking about choosing granite for the countertop in your kitchen or bath, consider these benefits of choosing gray or black: They bring drama to the space. …Read More

With so many interesting granite colors to choose from, why would you consider white? Striking black granite slabs with specks of grey, brown slabs with bold hints of blues and greens – these options make white granite counters seem unappealing – but only at first. Learn the many benefits of going with a white granite countertop before you make the mistake of dismissing it. White granite counters will stand the …Read More

It’s easy to get caught up in the color of the granite countertop you’re choosing, as well as the veining or pattern. However, once you overcome these three critical choices, there’s another factor to consider that can make or break your kitchen: the edge profile. You may not know the numerous countertop edge profile options if you’ve never faced the decision before. In addition, it’s commonplace to dismiss the importance …Read More

You can install granite countertops in your kitchen, regardless of its size. There is an art to choosing the granite countertop color for your contemporary, modern or traditional kitchen. It all depends on knowing a few key rules to combining color with space. Here’s what you need to know: Rule 1: For large kitchens For expansive kitchens, it’s important to appropriately complement the granite color with the amount of square …Read More