Cleaning natural stone can feel like a daunting business, but it certainly doesn’t have to be. And the good news is that it’s easy to avoid these common mistakes so that your stone stays looking its glorious best. Don’t use harsh or abrasive chemicals Yes, we know we’ve said this before. But it’s worth repeating. […]
Tag Archives: Marble and Natural Stone Backsplash
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. […]
25
Nov
Nov
Given its elegance, durability and versatility, it’s hardly surprising that marble remains the natural choice across homes and commercial premises. What’s more, this stone is low-maintenance as well as long-lasting, and you’ll love its natural patterns and veining. But you may not be aware of just how critical the edges are to the design of […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Caring for your marble bathroom vanity unit
14
Oct
Oct
In bathrooms, a vanity unit essentially does away with the standard pedestal to combine storage with a washbasin. And you’ll find a wealth of colour, finish and style options from which to take your pick. What are the benefits of a bathroom vanity unit? It makes sense to combine a sink with a cupboard. After […]
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, […]
26
Sep
Sep
As we pass the halfway mark of 2023, we thought it’d be a good time to look at some popular kitchen design trends for the year. We hope these ideas for sustainable materials, colours and storage options provide inspiration; they’re set to remain sought-after as we move into the second half of the year. Sustainable […]
03
Jun
Jun
A recent study shows that nearly half (44%) of UK adults feel envious of other people’s kitchens. Meanwhile, two-thirds admit their own is not the ‘dream’ space they’d love to have. Electrical appliance giant Beko commissioned the research. It found that almost one in five (18%) used their kitchen to entertain in. This means the […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to light up your stone kitchen worktops
22
Aug
Aug
We’ve written in a previous post about the trend for giving marble countertops a glowing appearance through backlighting to highlight the stone’s beauty and texture. Here, we look at other ways of lighting up natural stone worktops if you’re lucky enough to have them. Although doing this can seem challenging initially, it’s important. After all, […]
14
Aug
Aug
When it comes to making a statement feature in the kitchen, it seems glowing countertops are, well, the way to glow! And they’re making waves in the world of interior design. Read on to learn more. What exactly are glowing countertops? In a nutshell, this concept transforms marble island countertops via a translucent backlight which […]
27
Jul
Jul
With its naturally luxurious appearance and elegant feel, marble instantly upgrades the look of any room. It’s easy to shape and cut due to its natural relative softness. And it stays cool as a surface, so is ideal for bakers when they’re rolling out dough and so on. For most people, staying on top of […]