Granite worktops bring a number of benefits to your home. These include durability, low maintenance, an elegant look plus strong resistance to chipping, scratches and heat. What’s more, this beautiful natural stone is also an eco-friendly material. With so many advantages to them, you’ll be keen to look after your granite countertops well. And, sometimes, […]
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Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Renovation ideas to kick-start your dream kitchen within your budget
25
Jun
Jun
As we’ve often said, it’s the most important place in the house, and the heart of the home. But, after a while, even the smartest kitchen can start to look a tad tired. However, you don’t have to replace the whole room. Instead, try these budget-friendly ideas for refreshing this part of your home. That […]
03
Jun
Jun
A recent study shows that nearly half (44%) of UK adults feel envious of other people’s kitchens. Meanwhile, two-thirds admit their own is not the ‘dream’ space they’d love to have. Electrical appliance giant Beko commissioned the research. It found that almost one in five (18%) used their kitchen to entertain in. This means the […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to disinfect and polish a granite kitchen countertop
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May
May
It may (thankfully) already be a memory, but the Covid-19 pandemic has made everyone more conscious of hygiene, not least in the kitchen. Yet, viral diseases aside, keeping kitchen worktops in a condition so pristine that they’re clean enough to eat off is never a bad idea. Granite countertops typically come sealed. But that doesn’t […]
07
Apr
Apr
One householder who painted her granite kitchen worktops and then posted the results online faced a strong backlash for doing so. TikTok user Nicole said that she took action as she reckoned her countertops looked ‘too busy’. Having bought a kit to redo the epoxy surface, Nicole used three coats to cover up the stone […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, Worktop
How much overhang my kitchen countertop may have?
11
Mar
Mar
If you’re overhauling your kitchen, there are a few key decisions you’ll need to make. These are likely to include thinking about your countertops. And nitty-gritty details will include the size of their overhang. In fact, this can affect your kitchen and its efficiency, plus the functionality of your worktops, so it’s more of an […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning
A marble sink doesn’t have to be an impossible dream
03
Mar
Mar
The kitchen sink is the heart of the room that, in turn, is the heart of your home. So it’s worth choosing one that matches and enhances this space’s overall style and feel. Clearly, you’ll need to think about size, taps and more. But one of the key decisions to make if you’re replacing your […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
What are the biggest trends in kitchen design for 2023?
24
Feb
Feb
The latest kitchen designs are aimed at creating gentler, more comfortable spaces, and at standing the test of time. There seems to be a stronger focus on natural materials, and colours which nature has inspired, such as sage green. At the same time, there’s a greater sense of kitchens as extra living spaces in which […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Tips for a Christmas kitchen declutter
23
Jan
Jan
At this time of year, your kitchen is likely to be under more pressure than usual as it becomes a hive of activity. You’ll no doubt be cooking up a storm with all those festive treats for family and friends. But for this most important part of your home to run efficiently, you need to […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Will an air fryer crack my kitchen countertop?
16
Jan
Jan
Air fryers, or health fryers, were originally designed to replace deep-fat food preparation. They use rapid air circulation to cook food, meaning they only require a small amount of oil. So you get less fat, swifter cooking and a quicker clean-up compared to conventional models. These devices are also excellent when it comes to energy […]