Along with cabinetry, kitchen countertops are a central focus of new kitchens and custom kitchen renovation projects. These articles discuss the various materials available for kitchen countertops, including their pros and cons, maintenance requirements, and cost. We also provide tips and ideas for how to choose the right countertop for your kitchen, as well as way to care for and maintain them to keep them looking beautiful and in top condition. From granite to quartz and laminate, we provide information you need to make the right decision about your kitchen countertops.
When doing any kind of kitchen design or redesign, there is form and there is function. How easy surfaces are to clean is a functional element. For those of us who do a lot of cooking, the ease of clean-up may be of primary importance. So, in today’s blog, we are...
Surfaces in kitchens are becoming easier and easier to clean. While many of these surface materials are new, some are not and have always been good choices. In today’s blog article, we will talk about some of the easy-care surfaces in the kitchen. Counters All...
Countertops are an important design choice to make when building or renovating a kitchen. You are going to look at and work on your counter for a long time to come, so one should carefully consider the options before making a decision. Quartz is one of the most...
In today’s blog we are going to talk about how granite for kitchen and bathroom counters are graded. Granite is very desirable natural stone for counters because it is very hard, smooth, and looks beautiful. It is mined in several countries and imported. There are...
There are never any hard and fast rules for design. Design is subjective by definition. However, if you are wondering what elements are commonly seen in a country kitchen design, we can give you a few hints. Rustic For most people, country means rustic. Elements that...
Most of us feel like we never have enough counter space. Whether you use your counters for food prep or appliances or anything else, counter space is always at a premium. There are, however, a few things you can do to increase your kitchen counter space: temporarily...
In every kitchen, you will need storage and functionality. A kitchen island is a versatile inclusion that many home owners love the look of, but that also enhances a kitchen's function because it adds extra storage and counterspace. You can use a kitchen island for...
Disinfecting high-touch surfaces in your household is one of the most important ways to combat Covid-19 and other illnesses, and there are few areas as high-touch as the kitchen. Most studies agree that the virus can live on many surfaces for up to several days so...
Granite is a great material for countertops, and the rising popularity of custom granite counters shows this. While granite countertops in your Surrey home are fairly low maintenance, there is one maintenance item that should be carried out. Granite is naturally...
Level 1 Granite Level 1 granite, also known as entry-level or builders grade granite, is a lower quality granite often used for cheaper installs or applications. It is usually cut thinner, around ⅜ of an inch, and requires a plywood backing for strength. Level 1...
