When you plan your kitchen countertops, you’ll be considering aesthetics, durability and cost. You’ll draw up a list of pros and cons and have lots of fun-filled hours browsing beautiful pictures! However, what if two materials appear to be very similar? Dekton and Quartz are two such materials in the world of stone countertops. Both surfaces are engineered and formed into sheets and, as such, do not require sealing like naturally mined...
Whether you're embarking on a full kitchen remodel or simply refreshing your space, you might wonder how to add character to my kitchen in a way that reflects your unique style. Your kitchen is one of the most frequented rooms in your home where you entertain, relax, and work, so infusing personal touches through thoughtful decor and design is key. Quirky Accessories Adorn shelving or worktops with some unusual accessories or appliances. Unusual salt, pepper or oil dispensers, for example. Or a...
So many features make up a kitchen design. When you’re planning a kitchen refit or extension, it’s easy to get distracted by all the minutiae. Pretty tiles and gorgeous accessories are great fun to browse, it’s true. But under it all, a great kitchen is made up of well-chosen core features. This is where quality and style are anchored and where kitchen functionality is elevated beyond the norm....
Granite remains an enduring favourite for homeowners planning a kitchen or bathroom refit with its timeless charm and durability. The appeal of granite in kitchens and bathrooms lies in its natural elegance and resilience, keeping it in demand even as engineered stone options emerge. It’s Elegant You may want to create an oasis of calm in your bathroom. Or perhaps a sophisticated social hub in your kitchen. The patterning and shades of colour that...
To decide whether your kitchen would benefit most from a worktop of granite or quartz, you should understand the qualities of each stone. Granite is naturally mined, and quartz is engineered, which is the root of most differences between these materials. Different kitchens require different qualities to be prioritised. So, can we conclude which worktop material is best for the kitchen granite or quartz? About Granite This natural stone is intrinsically hardwearing. Although it...
When you decide to renovate a kitchen, it can be tempting to look at the project in isolation. To ignore the wider impact that the development may have on your home. The good news is that the effects are generally positive. Indeed, you’ll often find a kitchen renovation helpful for your home. So, in which ways can your home benefit from a kitchen renovation? And how do you...
Few materials have enjoyed such consistent popularity as marble. For centuries, it’s been mined, shipped globally and used in sculpture, architecture and most recently, homeware. A beautiful and high-performing material, it’s always been popular in kitchens. This means that many customers find themselves considering the best marble for kitchen countertops. As a naturally occurring stone, the variations in the appearance of marble are vast. So, home designs can achieve any of an...
Natural stone is a wonderful material to choose for your refitted kitchen worktop. Opting for natural stone for a kitchen is often a top priority for clients describing their dream space. The low maintenance, cool, and elegant features make natural stones inimitable and exclusive. But how do you decide which natural stone is right for your kitchen? The differences between granite, marble, and limestone may seem subtle at first glance; however, when...
Granite remains one of the most popular stones for kitchen worktops among our clients. It’s easy to see why - it’s tough, timeless and durable. More than this, though, it has many faces. It can be elegant and smooth, rustic and unusual, or light and contemporary. When clients decide to install granite kitchen worktops in their scheme, they know they have made a selection that will see them through...
My kitchen countertop’s better than yours! No, mine is best! OK, no one has ever actually had this argument, but it’s part of a thought process as we work out our ideal kitchen design. The problem is, though, that what qualifies as the ‘best’ differs for every one of us. It all depends on your taste, your lifestyle, your priorities and, of course, your budget. So how can there be the best kitchen countertops? In reality,...
