With homeowners becoming more and more conscious of the environment and the importance of doing our part in reducing our carbon footprint even in small ways, sustainable kitchen designs have become increasingly popular. As a result, a lot of people are now taking a more eco-friendly approach when it comes to designing their space and the kitchen is no exception.
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Solid-Surface Countertops vs. Quartz: Which is Better?
If you are in the market for a new countertop for your kitchen or bathroom remodel, you may find yourself torn between two of the most popular materials available in the market today: solid-surface countertops and quartz. Both are mid-range options that are quite similar to each other, delivering the same durable, easy-to-maintain, and heat-resistant qualities that most homeowners expect from a quality countertop.
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What Is the Best Edge Profile for Your Granite Countertop?
So you are finally remodeling your kitchen and have chosen a beautiful granite countertop. You’ve picked a color and pattern that compliments the room perfectly. But an equally important decision that you have to make but probably overlooked is what edging treatment to choose. In today’s blog, kitchen remodeling expert The Kitchen Store walks you through the different edge profiles available today and gives a brief explanation of each so you can select the perfect one for your kitchen
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Why You Should Leave Countertop Installation To the Pros
With all the information readily available online, you might think that it’s a good idea to DIY a countertop installation. While this may be true for some materials such as laminate or engineered stone, but for most instances, it is better to hire a kitchen remodeling service provider and have them install your countertops for you. Most popular countertop materials such as granite, marble, soapstone, and quartz require special skills and equipment to get the job done right. In today’s article, The Kitchen Store explains why it’s best to call in the pros when it comes to countertop installation.
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Etched Marble Countertops: Can They Be Repaired?
When you have a marble countertop in your kitchen, custom kitchen remodeling experts say that one of the common problems that you might have to face is etching, a chemical reaction that eats away at the marble which occurs when the counter comes into contact with acidic foods and drinks such as coffee, wine, soda, or alcohol. Whenever this happens, homeowners often have one question: can the countertop still be repaired? The short answer to this question is yes. Etched marble counters can be repaired.
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