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 […]
Category Archives: Quartz
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Scratching the surface, ridding natural stone countertops of annoying marks!
11
Feb
Feb
Life has changed significantly for most of us over the past year, with Covid meaning nearly all of us are spending more time at home than ever. So with more household members likely to be around far longer during the day than ‘normal’ times (remember those?), your kitchen is likely getting a lot more use […]
31
Jan
Jan
Your bathroom should be a restful sanctuary. But hygiene and cleanliness are key preoccupations after the year we’ve all had. Bathrooms are also important since they are where most of us aim to get each day off to a good start. Equally, they’re where we unwind in the evening. So easy-to-clean surfaces are likely to […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
What kitchen trends are we likely to see in 2021?
23
Jan
Jan
As we’ve often said before, it’s the hub of the home and one of the first rooms you’re likely to renovate. So when it comes to interior design trends, those for the kitchen are particularly fast-moving. And social media accounts tend to be full of glossy pictures of the latest styles. Marble set to stay […]
07
Jan
Jan
Your kitchen worktops are where you throw down shopping bags and other items, chop food and prepare meals; essentially, they’re an important part of your daily life. Equally, they have a massive impact on the overall look of this most crucial room in the house. So it’s vital that they look right, and are up […]
23
Dec
Dec
Now the government has announced what restrictions will be in place for Christmas gatherings, we can all start making plans. It’s time to think about how we’ll spend the holiday, where and who with. Of course, it’ll be a Christmas like no other, with large celebrations and parties significantly curtailed. However, at the end of […]
Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, Quartz, stone cleaning, Travertine
What is leathered stone – and is it a good look for your home?
16
Dec
Dec
Natural stone countertops are a big draw in any home, whether they’re in granite, quartz or marble. And one growing trend for these worktops is to have them in leathered stone. What is it>? Essentially, in most cases, craftsmen polish the slab to make a natural stone product. Because of this, the stone has that […]
Countertop, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Designs on small kitchens: how you can get creative
27
Nov
Nov
In London, of course, space is always at a premium. So if your kitchen area is on the compact side, you’re not alone. You demand a lot from this space day after day, so this key room needs to be simple to navigate. Ideally, cooker, sink and fridge will form a sort of triangle, fairly […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Quartz vs. granite kitchen worktops: which are best?
15
Oct
Oct
If you’re one of the growing number of homeowners looking to enjoy the beauty of natural stone surfaces in your kitchen, you may well have narrowed down your choice to granite and quartz. Clearly, this is a long-term decision, so you need to be sure you make the right one. It isn’t always easy, because […]
30
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 […]