For centuries, people have turned to marble for everything from temples to luxury hotel interiors. Timelessly beautiful and striking, this elegant natural stone can add warmth, class and opulence to just about any building. Additionally, it’s versatile enough to work with almost any texture or colour you want. And people use it for floors, patios, […]
Category Archives: Countertop
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Sep
Sep
Quartz makes an unbeatably versatile addition to any home, and you can use it in the bathroom or in beautiful kitchen worktops. This stone comes in a range of colours and patterns, and usually comprises a mix of natural quartz and durable resins. Get your kitchen Covid-clean! In these odd times of coronavirus, kitchen hygiene […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Marble kitchen worktops – understanding the benefits
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Sep
Sep
We thought it was high time we offered a recap of the benefits marble can bring to a home. This natural stone looks elegant in bathrooms as well as kitchens. But it also offers a number of other advantages you may not be aware of: Affordability Of course, ‘expensive’ may be an adjective that springs […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Considering a fresh kitchen colour? Try the new black!
07
Sep
Sep
For decades, white has been the default choice of colour for kitchens, albeit with some dalliances along the way with shades such as avocado. Or perhaps even turquoise and pink during the post-war era. But in recent years, black has become an increasingly sought-after kitchen hue. Think glossy kitchen cabinets, alongside black marble worktops with […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Which are the most child-friendly kitchen countertops?
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Aug
Aug
If you’re a parent of young children, it’s understandable that you would worry about damage to and stains on natural stone surfaces. However, it may pleasantly surprise you to learn that you don’t have to stick to a dull laminate worktop. There are other options, which will withstand daily wear and tear at the (sticky) […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Quartz, stone cleaning
Concrete kitchen countertops: all you need to know
08
Aug
Aug
With the ‘industrial’ look highly popular, concrete is increasingly being seen across the UK’s homes. Just now, you’ll find it in everything from kitchen tables and countertops to floors. With concrete worktops, you can create a genuinely unique look, especially if you fit them on an island unit. Install countertops only in this material, or […]
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Jul
Jul
Lockdown has caused many of us to see our homes through new eyes after spending so many weeks there. And your bathroom may well be one area you feel is ready for a refresh. One material you may not have considered using in this most personal and important of spaces is quartz. But in fact […]
Countertop, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Six things to know before selecting marble kitchen worktops
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Jul
Jul
Marble is one of the most sought-after materials on today’s market. Its gorgeous appearance gives it some serious clout. (This natural stone is also a popular bathroom choice.) But there are a few things you need to know before choosing these surfaces. There are different finishes You may think of marble as a purely polished […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Travertine, Worktop
Balance kitchen countertops with a statement backsplash
07
Jul
Jul
You may not have previously thought about them much, but backsplashes can be great features. They make a statement and express individual personality. They may be functional, but that doesn’t make them necessarily uninspiring or boring. Indeed, it’s one part of your kitchen where you can have some fun with the design. And there are […]
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Jun
Jun
Due to recent events, more of us are keen to keep our homes germ-free. The kitchen is of course a key concern. It’s a room we particularly want to keep spotless. After all, we cook and (often) eat in it every day. Anything which comes into contact with food is a potential source of contamination. […]