You may not previously have considered having natural stone in your bathroom. But it can work wonders in terms of bringing the beauty of the outside world indoors. This stuff’s unique colours, textures and patterns create an ambience of tranquility and elegance. So in many ways it’s the ideal choice for this key area of […]
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Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Countertop material with greatest return on investment
24
Sep
Sep
One of the most important decisions you’ll have to make if you’re renovating or fitting a new kitchen or bathroom is which worktop material to use. That’s because this can make a significant difference to the value of your property, It also contributes to the overall look and feel of these rooms. But which natural […]
10
Sep
Sep
There are numerous benefits to using granite as a material for kitchen or bathroom units. This stuff is seriously resistant to chipping and scratching. It’s also relatively affordable and easy to clean and maintain. And it handles stains, moisture and heat well. So it’s good to have in high-traffic areas. Equally, it adds value to […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning
Charity says stone worktop ban ‘won’t save lives’
18
May
May
The British Occupational Hygiene Society is a scientific charity which promotes workplace health. Now it says the UK should not follow Australia’s example of banning engineered stone countertops. Instead, it insists it’s possible to ‘manage out’ the potential dangers of silicosis from quartz and so on. Australia is the first country to ban the manufacture, […]
12
May
May
Thames Water says that more than 60% of us in the UK live in areas where the water is hard. And that includes London and Kent (among other areas), due to their limestone and chalk geology. Essentially, hard water means high levels of magnesium and calcium compounds, which cause limescale. Granite is comparatively impervious, and […]
13
Dec
Dec
The nation’s favourite home improvement trends of the last 25 years are now public knowledge. And they include granite kitchen worktops. The research, of two thousand UK homeowners, was a commission from Checkatrade to celebrate its twenty-fifth anniversary. And the study has also found that favoured trends vary from city to city across the UK. […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to decorate your kitchen this Christmas
07
Dec
Dec
With Christmas just a matter of weeks away, it’s understandable that your thoughts may be turning to decorating the place where you live. And, specifically, that means bringing some festive spirit into the heart of your home, the kitchen. But the good news is you can do this without breaking the bank, whatever your budget. […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
Which granite cleaning products should I use?
31
Oct
Oct
Granite is an ideal material for kitchen worktops for a number of reasons. These include its resilience and ease of maintenance, plus the capacity for this stone to be fashioned into custom designs. Equally, looking after granite worktops is straightforward. It’s really just a matter of combining a daily once-over with a regular, deeper clean. […]
07
Oct
Oct
A leading interior designer has used an interview with a national newspaper’s website to urge homeowners to avoid one common error concerning kitchen worktops. (They also expressed their views on social media. And their post garnered nearly 75,000 views.) The designer, CEO and creative director has revealed that if you want an elegant, classy-looking space, […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
Stunning natural stone ideas for an outdoor kitchen
19
Sep
Sep
Rather than the bog-standard barbecue this (or next) summer, why not go all-out and dazzle your guests by preparing and serving food from an outdoor kitchen? After all, it’s the ideal way to make the most of the sun when it’s out, and of spending quality time with family and friends. What’s more, with an […]
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