Ever wondered what’s so great about quartz worktops? You know that increasing numbers of your friends are choosing them and loving them. But do you still wonder: are quartz worktop any good? Does this engineered stone perform when compared to a composite, a laminate or a natural mined stone? What are the practical and aesthetic benefits of choosing quartz over anything else? Well, there are a few features...
Granite is an extremely popular material to use in external domestic spaces. Its natural durability makes a Granite Surface able to withstand the extremes of British weather through both summer and winter. Over the colder months, though, you may wonder if granite will crack in freezing conditions. Of course, the extremes of the British winter are variable; some years are relatively mild, while others experience sustained periods of sub-zero temperatures. Unlike more...
Are you starting the decade with a brand new kitchen? Whether you're doing it yourself, working with a designer, or a combination of both, planning the fit out of a new kitchen is essential. One of your primary concerns is organising schedules—so how long does it take to fit a kitchen? This is a rather open question of the ‘piece of string’ variety! It will depend on the size of the room and the complexity of...
It’s no secret that we love granite work surfaces in the kitchen. The material is not only aesthetically pleasing but is exceedingly durable, heat resistant and easy to maintain. But you need not stop at the kitchen. Granite is a great material for sideboards and surfaces in the bathroom, hallway, living room, and anywhere in the home! Work surfaces are our expertise, but have you ever thought beyond this? What is
The three key stones from which you’ll browse for your kitchen worktops are granite, marble, and quartz. Today, we want to sing the praises of marble for kitchen worktops. While each stone has its benefits for different kitchen designs and concepts, we will look at the times that marble is the top dog! Consumers often associate marble with traditional kitchen concepts. However, just take a quick look through...
Your new granite worktops may be part of a full kitchen redesign or even an extension. Or, they might simply allow you to refine your existing kitchen by adding this element of high-end design. In both of these circumstances, the granite cutting, shaping and sealing work happens off-site. So you don’t need to worry about that! However, just as important is your preparation for fitting granite worktops. So what do you need to know, and what should...
If you’ve narrowed down your choice of kitchen worktop to stone, you’re only part of the way there! With several different types of stone out there, you will need to specify your choice of natural or engineered stone. Then, still further down, we have granite, marble or limestone. The last two of these can be the trickiest to decide between. For many intents and purposes, the two are very similar. So, when...
Have you purchased a property that benefits from an existing granite worktop? Perhaps it was one of the most attractive features of the home. However, once you moved in, you noticed it needed some TLC. Or maybe you have a well-loved surface that has served you for years but is now showing signs of wear. Instead of replacing it, consider restoring a granite worktop with a professional polish, chip repair, or crack restoration to bring back its original beauty. Granite Cleaning...
We’re willing to hazard a guess at why you chose a marble worktop. For one reason, it’s a beautiful stone. It’s classic and interesting and natural. Furthermore, it’s solid, hard-wearing and durable. But what do you do when hard water limescale sets in? In some areas, the hardness of the water supply means that you will need to have a plan for how to remove hard water stains from marble. Marble Qualities Although
In a home or a workplace, natural stone is a wonderfully versatile and durable material. Marble especially brings a timeless elegance that can withstand evolving design concepts. So, as a flooring material, stone is a popular choice for those taking a long view. You may not have considered a marble floor polish. However, to get the absolute best out of your marble floor, a certain degree of long-term maintenance is key. I thought Stone was Low Maintenance? Right. Compared...
