On the hunt for kitchen colour inspiration? While you may be tempted by a classic all-white look, be aware that some designers are starting to say that this is no longer the shade of the moment to go for – even though its popularity has endured for decades. Don’t ditch it completely However, that doesn’t […]
Tag Archives: Countertop Restoration
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Jan
Jan
It’s hardly controversial to state that kitchens can take quite a battering over the Christmas period, especially if you’re a busy household or are planning big gatherings this year. Even if you’re not, it’s still likely to be the busiest room in the house over the festive season. And while having everyone you care about […]
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Dec
Dec
Granite has been a prestigious choice for countertops in kitchens and bathrooms since the 1980s. Clearly, affordability and technological processes have improved immeasurably since then. Yet granite remains hugely popular. That’s thanks to its elegant appearance and low-maintenance durability. (It’s also less porous than marble. Equally, it’s less vulnerable to etching and staining, making it […]
07
Dec
Dec
Are you taking advantage of the unseasonably bright autumn weather to take care of some ‘spring’ cleaning? If so, you may also be wondering how you can minimise your impact on the environment; especially while climate change is such a major issue and as COP26 continues in Glasgow. After all, you can find a huge […]
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Nov
Nov
Limestone makes an attractive, elegant addition to your home. But in common with other types of natural stone, it’s highly porous, so you need a sealant for most applications. This prevents scratches, stains and acid etchings, while maintaining the stone’s colour, and allowing it to breathe. The good news is that, once applied, you don’t […]
Countertop, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
What are the hottest kitchen trends for 2022?
07
Nov
Nov
It may seem hard to believe, but we’re into the final quarter of this year. So, already, design experts are starting to look forward to 2022 and identify interiors trends for that most important room in the house, the kitchen. Here, we look at some of them. Statement metal hoods This trend looks set to […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Edgy! What’s the best way of finishing off my kitchen countertops?
01
Nov
Nov
Customers often ask us for advice about how best to complete the look of their kitchen. This room is, after all, the heart of any home. Clearly, deciding which material to have in your worktops in this space is a big decision when it comes to overall appearance. A lot will depend on how you […]
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Oct
Oct
What is baking soda? You’ll almost certainly have heard of it, but could you define it exactly? Baking soda is the common name for sodium bicarbonate. It’s a salt and a white solid that often appears as a fine powder. However, it’s actually crystalline. It’s also multi-purpose, with uses ranging from tooth whitening to sunburn […]
02
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 […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning
Some common problems with granite countertops – and how to avoid them
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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 […]