The most recent lockdown seems to have been the longest and toughest to get through. But most of us are cautiously hopeful the end is in sight. And if the long housebound weeks and months have made you look at your home afresh, you’re not alone. We know we always say it, but the kitchen […]
Category Archives: Countertop
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Jun
Jun
If you’ve just installed a marble floor, bathroom vanity unit or kitchen worktop, congratulations! You will no doubt love the way you have added a permanent touch of style and elegance to your home. But, as a natural stone, marble certainly isn’t immune to damage, neither does it tend to be an especially cheap material. […]
15
Jun
Jun
The long months of lockdown mean we’ve all thought more about cleaning our homes. And so recipes for home-made products with soda crystals, bicarb of soda, vinegar, lemon and so on are increasingly popular. But could old-fashioned remedies do more harm than good on some surfaces? If you’re still spring cleaning (or thinking about starting!), […]
07
Jun
Jun
Among the options for countertops in your home, two stand out; quartz and granite. So people often ask us about the differences between these alternatives. Here, we try and offer an answer. Appreciating how they differ (and how they’re alike) helps you make an informed decision. After all, worktops are are among the most important […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
What should I do if marble chips or cracks?
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May
May
Few materials top the natural elegance of marble, or add more character, whether you have it as a worktop, floor or fireplace in your home, workplace or a property you’re developing or renting out. People often ask us what they should do if this stone becomes damaged in any way, through cracking or chipping or […]
22
May
May
There’s no denying that granite countertops are attention-grabbing, bang on-trend – and longer-lasting than you may have realised. So they can be ideal if you’re investing in a property. However, it’s also true that countertops in this beautiful natural stone aren’t always the cheapest option. So they won’t be right for everyone in every situation. […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, Worktop
Things to consider if you’re considering revamping your kitchen countertops
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May
May
If the lengthy months of lockdown have meant you’re looking at your home with fresh eyes, you’re far from alone. And it’s the ‘heart of the home’, so the kitchen is probably a room you’ll be looking at more closely than most. And when it comes to kitchen revamps, countertops are consistently among the most […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
Granite countertops and hot pots and pans – what you need to know
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Mar
Mar
Granite countertops are environmentally and family-friendly and add value to your kitchen. Equally, they’re durable, with granite worktop repair usually a pretty straightforward business. One thing we’re often asked is whether you can place a hot pan directly on to the surface of this natural stone without damaging it. So, here, we offer an explanation. […]
Countertop, Limestone, stone cleaning, Worktop
What’s the best way to clean and care for limestone kitchen countertops?
14
Mar
Mar
Limestone is a naturally occurring substance which makes an outstanding material for kitchen countertops as well as things like bathroom vanity units. However, being paler in colour and more porous than similar options, it can stain, while any blemishes are potentially likely to stand out. Luckily, there are things you can do to keep your […]
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Feb
Feb
If lockdown has made you realise your current bathroom is looking rather tired, granite may not have been your first choice of material for new countertops. But there are many reasons why, in fact, it could be a great otion for this busy room. Here are some of them: It enhance your property’s value Granite […]