Granite countertops are a popular choice in the bathroom and kitchen if you’re after an elegant-looking solution for those rooms, but natural stone doesn’t always spring to mind as a flooring material. Yet granite always stands out, due to its large mineral grains which fit closely together. You can even see individual grains with the […]
Category Archives: stone cleaning
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Oct
Oct
Limestone is a natural stone that’s hewn from the ground in large slabs or chunks. It comes into being over thousands of years from the build-up of debris on the sea bed. So it mainly comprises crushed shells, with some minerals and sand included, along with, sometimes, parts of coral reefs. Limestone-rich areas in the […]
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Aug
Aug
The benefits of having marble in your home or commercial premises are obvious. And they range from marble’s versatility and durability to the way it reflects light, whether you use this gorgeous natural stone on floors or in the kitchen or bathroom. It can also often, perhaps surprisingly, be more affordable than you thought. But […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning
Some common problems with granite countertops – and how to avoid them
23
Aug
Aug
If you’ve just moved into a new home with granite counters in the kitchen or bathroom, you are of course very lucky. Equally, you may be fortunate to have just fitted some granite surfaces. But there are a few common problems which can occur post-installation, or which you may notice if you’re new to a […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Top tips for picking the right counter for a kitchen island
16
Aug
Aug
Get the right countertop for a kitchen island and you’ll complete your kitchen’s overall look and feel to perfection. Before anything else, you’ll need to decide how you’ll be using your kitchen island worktop, whether that’s as an additional food prep surface or whether you’re considering incorporating a stove and basin. After all, a kitchen […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Top kitchen Instagram trends – one or two of them may surprise you!
07
Aug
Aug
No doubt every single one of us has our own idea of what our dream kitchen looks like. But new design trends emerge all the time – and, as with everything else these days, they’re often discussed on social media. Equally, interior design is a hot topic in the wake of the long months of […]
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Jul
Jul
Coronavirus has brought hygiene to the forefront of everyone’s minds. But one thing you may not have given much thought to before is your kitchen sink. After all, the standard stainless-steel model has been used for decades. So, if you have one, you probably think it does its job well enough. Granite, though, not only […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning
Use marble to dazzling effect in the bathroom, kitchen and beyond
22
Jul
Jul
With its classic elegance, marble takes the appearance of just about any room to a whole new level. White marble specifically has a clean look that is absolutely timeless. And because it shows up dirt, it’s also easier to keep hygoenic. But if you’re thinking of incorporating this gorgeous natural stone into your home for […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Coloured kitchen countertops are having ‘a moment’
07
Jul
Jul
At the time of writing, we still don’t know whether lockdown restrictions will ease as planned on June 21. But, this summer, entertaining and socialising are set to be firmly back on the agenda, outside or otherwise. Over the long months of lockdown, we’ve all looked at our homes more critically, especially heavily used rooms […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Choosing the right kitchen worktops for your home
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Jun
Jun
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 […]