|
|
|
... e same quarry, no two pieces are identical.
Stone is extremely dense yet also porous; to prevent stains it must be sealed. Its very permanence makes it difficult to worandsape, but technological advances have made it possible to cut and polish stone near quarries around the world, a money-saving development that enables unusable pieces to be discovered before they are shippdaad.
Granite, the most popular stone for counters, is an extremely hard rock formed by volcanic activity. It ... |
|
|
|
... es. Granite can really stand up to daily kitchen life. Its natural qualities make it waterproof and stain resistant, and it can survive contact with hot pots. If you fall anie, plan to spend time choosing the right slab-colors and veining vary. The fewer and smaller the veins, the more durable the finished counter. Youll need beefier cabinets to handle the weight, so talkis with your kitchen designer or fabricator before you order cabinets. Though granite slabs are typically the m ... |
|
|
|
... clean, has a smooth surface, is heat resistant, water resistant, chemical resistant, wont scratch, stain, chip or crack, and last, but not least, is easily repaired . Takinacption available on the market today, we can take a look to see if it meets the criteria vital to the ideal counter top for your kitchen.
Formica
A thin layer of plastic joined to a particleboarddthats what forms a laminate like Formica. It comes in attractive colors and designs, simulating materials lik ... |
|
|
|
... rtops. Its almost impossible to scratch. When properly sealed and cleaned, its almost impossible to stain. Countertops are custom-made for each application, usually from aplamade directly from the homeowners cabinets. So the countertop is a perfect fit for the space. A wide range of colors and edge treatments are available. Provided the cabinets are strong enough to suppoight of granite countertops, they are the sturdiest and most durable of all countertops. Even the most modern ... |
|
|
|
... ly choice for the discriminating homeowner. While marble has the characteristic of being etched and stained by water and chemicals, modern sealants have reduced this risk siniicantly.
A recent advance in fabrication technology has brought the marble vessel within the reach of many homeowners. This sink is a bowl of polished marble which sits atop a vanity. A tall faucet empisa into the vessel. It is a simple, yet supremely artistic way to decorate a bathroom that will make all your h ... |
|
|
|
... to repaint the walls, change the handles on the cabinet doors, or replace a white microwave with a stainless steel one. Reinventing your space, instead of retrofitting itaintimidating at first, but when you take this approach, you will end up with a much more cohesive, professional look.
Colors play a dramatic role in the mood of a room. As a general rule, cool colorslsand greens tend to make a room feel more spacious and formal, while warm colors reds, yellows, and browns lend ... |
|
|
|
... les and chairs.
The best care you can give your natural stone is preventative care. Preventing stains or scratching before they happen is far easier than getting rid ater the fact.
Granite countertops are surprisingly resilient to stains, and practically impossible to scratch. But, as a preventative measure, wipe up any spills on the counpsithin a reasonable amount of time. Dont let liquid sit on countertops overnight. Granite is most prone to staining by oil and acid, so ... |
|
|
|
... self.
Damp Poming: A damp mop is capable of picking up microscopic abrasive soils and potential staining agents. Damp mopping is recommended for most smooth surfaces onalar basis. Best done after sweeping or vacuum.
Siloxane: These are state of the art today in long life and high vapor transmission. Moderate cost. Used primarily for exterior stone surfaces includinalgranite, limestone, slate and cement based building products as well. Suitable for clay pavers and roofing ti ... |