Blog articles focused on granite countertops, from selection and installation, to care.
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...
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...
Choosing the right countertop can be a very difficult decision. There are many factors to consider, such as price, look, resale value, aesthetic, and installation. For each family, each home, the choice may be different. Remember that the final decision is yours – so...
Many people dream of having a beautiful granite countertop in their kitchen. It’s one of the most popular items purchased in any renovation. People are drawn to the look of the stone and having a custom countertop adds value to a home. But there are a lot of...
When it’s time to remodel the kitchen, the choice of countertop is always one that leaves most people struggling to make the best decision. Two popular choices in Vancouver are quartz and granite, and there are plusses and minuses to both. Before I take a look at...
One of the most important decisions any homeowner will make regarding a new kitchen installation is regarding their countertops. Your kitchen counters will be utilized as much or more than your appliances, and therefore, the surface material you choose must be and in...
One of the best things about preserved kitchens in old houses is the combination of the curves of worn wooden butchers’ blocks with the elemental permanence that granite and quartz surfaces provide. Granite and quartz may be pricey but they last forever and are simply...
Your Vancouver kitchen is calling out for the perfect granite countertops! This upscale finish adds beauty and value to your home, something all homeowners want when they are working on their property. There are many types and finishes of granite countertops, however,...
