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 […]
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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 […]
10
Dec
Dec
Spillages which leave a stain behind are part and parcel of daily life. Over the course of your time in a property, you’re bound to knock things over at some point, and drop and splash liquids. Unfortunately, if you’ve had an accident with something like red wine, or anything acidic, and you get the liquid […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Marble, stone cleaning
What natural stone countertops could do for your bathroom
03
Dec
Dec
When planning a new bathroom, it can be easy to overlook countertop surfaces. Yet that’s perhaps slightly surprising when you consider the difference these products can make to a bathroom’s overall appearance. Clearly, the design you choose will depend on individual tastes, décor and property style and type. Budget will also be important. But worktops […]
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, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Some things you may not have known about marble
07
Oct
Oct
For centuries, people have turned to marble for everything from temples to luxury hotel interiors. Timelessly beautiful and striking, this elegant natural stone can add warmth, class and opulence to just about any building. Additionally, it’s versatile enough to work with almost any texture or colour you want. And people use it for floors, patios, […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Marble kitchen worktops – understanding the benefits
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Sep
Sep
We thought it was high time we offered a recap of the benefits marble can bring to a home. This natural stone looks elegant in bathrooms as well as kitchens. But it also offers a number of other advantages you may not be aware of: Affordability Of course, ‘expensive’ may be an adjective that springs […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Considering a fresh kitchen colour? Try the new black!
07
Sep
Sep
For decades, white has been the default choice of colour for kitchens, albeit with some dalliances along the way with shades such as avocado. Or perhaps even turquoise and pink during the post-war era. But in recent years, black has become an increasingly sought-after kitchen hue. Think glossy kitchen cabinets, alongside black marble worktops with […]
31
Aug
Aug
A popular choice for modern fireplaces, micro marble comprises crushed natural stone mixed with resin. The finish and colouring in this material are beautifully even and consistent, creating a soft, warm look to your stone. So it’s not surprising that these models are outstripping the conventional version of the material. What else is in it […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Which are the most child-friendly kitchen countertops?
24
Aug
Aug
If you’re a parent of young children, it’s understandable that you would worry about damage to and stains on natural stone surfaces. However, it may pleasantly surprise you to learn that you don’t have to stick to a dull laminate worktop. There are other options, which will withstand daily wear and tear at the (sticky) […]