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Zen Stone How to repair the most common damage to marble and granite worktops

How to repair the most common damage to marble and granite worktops

It’s not just their stunning aesthetics that homeowners choose marble or granite kitchen worktops. These two materials, after being treated in a sealing process, are also naturally durable and low maintenance. Kitchen worktops of marble and granite will give your room an elegant focal point and, at the same time, are pleasant to use. But as beautiful and robust as they are, they aren't indestructible. For busy kitchens, family use, or simply over time,...

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Decluttering tips for kitchens before Christmas

Decluttering tips for kitchens before Christmas

With Christmas week nearly upon us, a lot of your prep work has probably been done. Food ordered, decorations up, and presents in hand (hopefully!) So now is the time for those last-minute preparations that will make your festive period that bit less stressful. With much of your Christmas activity taking place in the kitchen, a decluttering of the space pre-Christmas is a really helpful thing to do. The aim is to free up open worktop space to create a...

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should you refit a kitchen

How often should you refit a kitchen?

This is a bit of a ‘how long is a piece of string’ question since circumstances change and each instance is unique. Unlike the contents of the fridge, your kitchen won’t start going mouldy after a set date! If it does, then that’s another problem. So really the short answer is that a kitchen is good for as long as it fulfils your needs. There might be a whole host of reasons that a kitchen stops fulfilling your needs, and...

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Are Quartz worktops and Dekton worktops the same thing?

Are Quartz worktops and Dekton worktops the same thing?

When it comes to choosing your stone worktop for your kitchen renovation, a key decision is between natural and engineered stone. Natural stones such as marble and granite are both beautiful and durable, but engineered stone is virtually indestructible! If you feel that engineered stone like quartz worktops and Dekton worktops are right for you, you may be wondering what the difference...

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Is autumn a good time to refit your kitchen?

Is autumn a good time to refit your kitchen?

For some of us, the transitional season of autumn is a time of beauty and positivity. For others, it’s a time to say goodbye to the longer, warmer days of summer. Wherever you stand on autumn, it’s a season that is full of advantages when it comes to home improvements. Transitional seasons are an excellent time to work on life changes, as your surroundings play a subconscious role in supporting change. So, we’ll look at the advantages and challenges of...

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a large, sunny, outdoor kitchen with quartz, granite, or marble worktops

What is an outside kitchen and how do I get it right?

Many of us have a romantic idea of cooking alfresco: the aroma of sizzling dishes mingling with the fresh air, and the laughter of family and friends filling the garden. When the reality is often being hunched over an overly smoky BBQ, this can feel a little farfetched! However, an outdoor kitchen can turn this dream into reality. With extra space, functionality, and quality materials, an outdoor kitchen can become the heart of a thriving social summer. 

The popularity of outdoor...

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a kitchen with quartz worktops and traditional white wooden kitchen cabinets. There is a white hob chimney placed centrally.

Which kitchen cabinets are best with quartz worktops?

There’s no set order in which you have to make kitchen design decisions. When planning to refit the kitchen in a home, you may or may not appoint a professional designer. You may start with an overall concept, a colour preference, or simply one central feature. These things then help to inform the rest of the decisions that you need to make. The most used part of any kitchen is the worktop, so it follows that often...

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Kitchen Quartz Worktop Durability: How Long Should It Last?Kitchen Quartz Worktop Durability: How Long Should It Last?

Kitchen Quartz Worktop Durability: How Long Should It Last?

Choosing the right worktop for your kitchen isn’t just about aesthetics. It's a decision that impacts functional daily living, the value of your home, and your contentment in the atmosphere of the space. In recent years, quartz has surged in popularity, and it’s easy to see why. Known for its durability, low maintenance, and wide range of design options, quartz is set to remain popular for years to come. But just how long can you expect...

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A luxury white marble bathroom filled with natural light.

Luxurious bathroom trends that will be popular in 2025

Do you wish your bathroom felt less functional and more like a sanctuary? Modern living has slightly altered the way that we use the rooms in our homes. From social kitchen design to living spaces that double as a workspace. While the bathroom remains a space to wash and refresh, its growing dominance as a zone for relaxation and rejuvenation is striking. This is reflected in bathroom trends. While clean lines and elegant design have been at...

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clean your kitchen before Christmas

Top tips for cleaning your kitchen before Christmas

Before your entire family descends on you this Christmas, spare a thought for your kitchen. This workhorse of the season is about to come into some serious flogging. Its cupboards are going to be bursting at the seams, oven on overdrive, and worktops spilt and dropped on by more people than at any other time of year. While some people may give their kitchen a thorough cleaning before Christmas to impress guests, there are practical reasons to do it, too....

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