The UK Houzz Kitchen Trends survey it out . either currently planning or have recently completed a kitchen renovation has revealed that the vast majority of homeowners (92%) who refurbished their kitchens also refitted their countertops at the same time. Among the popular choices for the new features were engineered quartz (42%), butcher’s block or a […]
Tag Archives: Marble and Natural Stone Backsplash
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Mar
Mar
Marble is a luxurious addition to any home or business. And clearly this stone is known above all for its timeless appeal and sophistication. Of courses, you could try keeping it in pristine condition yourself – and for many daily cleaning tasks such as sweeping that will be absolutely fine. But hiring a professional marble […]
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Feb
Feb
Adhesive marks typically come from sticky tape, or perhaps because a child has decided to plant a sticker or label on your worktop or other precious marble surface. Not only can these blemishes gather dirt, making the texture uneven, it’s virtually impossible to remove them completely with a bit of scratching by hand. What’s more, […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to disinfect kitchen countertops
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Oct
Oct
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, […]
16
Oct
Oct
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 […]
11
Oct
Oct
Marble is, of course, synonymous with elegance and luxury. And it has endless possibilities in myriad different settings. What’s more, it’s pretty easy to keep in tip-top condition as long as you follow a few basic rules to avoid hard-to-remove or built-up stains. And while you may not have previously considered fitting a shower in […]
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 […]
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May
May
When it comes to keeping marble worktops in tip-top condition, prevention is always better than cure. And we’ve written before about the importance of using the right products for marble cleaning, stain removal and so on. Plus we’ve discussed marble sealing and the need to mop up any spillages as soon as they occur. What’s […]
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, […]
01
May
May
The ex-Spice Girl Geri Halliwell (Ginger Spice) has made an Instagram reel about how, of all things, she brews up a refreshing cup of ginger tea. But it wasn’t her beverage-making skills that attracted attention. Instead, it was her kitchen surfaces, which looked rather, shall we say, lived-in. Based on the evidence of the clip, […]