Limestone makes an attractive, elegant addition to your home. But in common with other types of natural stone, it’s highly porous, so you need a sealant for most applications. This prevents scratches, stains and acid etchings, while maintaining the stone’s colour, and allowing it to breathe. The good news is that, once applied, you don’t […]
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Countertop, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
What are the hottest kitchen trends for 2022?
07
Nov
Nov
It may seem hard to believe, but we’re into the final quarter of this year. So, already, design experts are starting to look forward to 2022 and identify interiors trends for that most important room in the house, the kitchen. Here, we look at some of them. Statement metal hoods This trend looks set to […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Edgy! What’s the best way of finishing off my kitchen countertops?
01
Nov
Nov
Customers often ask us for advice about how best to complete the look of their kitchen. This room is, after all, the heart of any home. Clearly, deciding which material to have in your worktops in this space is a big decision when it comes to overall appearance. A lot will depend on how you […]
21
Oct
Oct
What is baking soda? You’ll almost certainly have heard of it, but would you be able to describe exactly what it is? Baking soda is the common name for sodium bicarbonate, and it’s a salt which appears as a white solid and often looks like a fine powder. However, technically this substance is actually crystalline. […]
31
Aug
Aug
The benefits of having marble in your home or commercial premises are obvious. And they range from marble’s versatility and durability to the way it reflects light, whether you use this gorgeous natural stone on floors or in the kitchen or bathroom. It can also often, perhaps surprisingly, be more affordable than you thought. But […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning
Some common problems with granite countertops – and how to avoid them
23
Aug
Aug
If you’ve just moved into a new home with granite counters in the kitchen or bathroom, you are of course very lucky. Equally, you may be fortunate to have just fitted some granite surfaces. But there are a few common problems which can occur post-installation, or which you may notice if you’re new to a […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Top tips for picking the right counter for a kitchen island
16
Aug
Aug
Get the right countertop for a kitchen island and you’ll complete your kitchen’s overall look and feel to perfection. Before anything else, you’ll need to decide how you’ll be using your kitchen island worktop, whether that’s as an additional food prep surface or whether you’re considering incorporating a stove and basin. After all, a kitchen […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Top kitchen Instagram trends – one or two of them may surprise you!
07
Aug
Aug
No doubt every single one of us has our own idea of what our dream kitchen looks like. But new design trends emerge all the time – and, as with everything else these days, they’re often discussed on social media. Equally, interior design is a hot topic in the wake of the long months of […]
31
Jul
Jul
Coronavirus has brought hygiene to the forefront of everyone’s minds. But one thing you may not have given much thought to before is your kitchen sink. After all, the standard stainless-steel model has been used for decades. So, if you have one, you probably think it does its job well enough. Granite, though, not only […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning
Use marble to dazzling effect in the bathroom, kitchen and beyond
22
Jul
Jul
With its classic elegance, marble takes the appearance of just about any room to a whole new level. White marble specifically has a clean look that is absolutely timeless. And because it shows up dirt, it’s also easier to keep hygoenic. But if you’re thinking of incorporating this gorgeous natural stone into your home for […]