By definition, a kitchen is a food preparation area. And, where you find food, there will also be bacteria. What’s more, a kitchen can breed bacteria even if the food in question isn’t rotten. If you leave items that should be kept in the fridge at room temperature for more than a couple of hours, […]
Tag Archives: Granite Countertop Cleaning London
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Oct
Oct
Family-friendly, surprisingly affordable and resistant to chipping and scratching, granite looks incredible. Additionally, keeping it in tip-top condition is easier than you may have realised. What’s more, this natural stone will always add value to your home. So if you’re considering granite countertops for your kitchen, here are our tips for styling this space: Play […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Countertop material with greatest return on investment
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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’
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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, […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Worktop
Details you may never overlook with countertops
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Mar
Mar
There are myriad options from which to take your pick when it comes to worktops. So it may be a little harder to get your countertop choice right than you initially realised. Indeed, with potentially thousands of options on offer, it can be easy to feel slightly overwhelmed. What’s more, any kitchen countertop represents a […]
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Mar
Mar
Granite worktops remain a popular option with homeowners. One US study, for example, found that almost a quarter (23%) chose this stone for their kitchen remodels, while it’s also a sought-after material in bathrooms. That’s perhaps not surprising when you consider that granite is sturdy, won’t fade over time and shrugs off chemicals, heat and […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to declutter your kitchen worktops this January
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Feb
Feb
We know we’ve addressed this issue previously. But a new year is a great season for decluttering your home. And given that January can often be one of the quieter months, you may find you have more time for it – and for reaping the resulting practical and wellbeing benefits. So here are some more […]
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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
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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. […]