Kitchen Countertop Trends

Engineered Stone Quartz Countertops

Quartz Countertops Selection and Free Estimate Quartz countertops, known also as man made countertops or engineered countertops,  have the best properties of natural stone and laminate countertops. They are made of 92% natural quartz, mixed with resin binders and pigments. Quartz counters along with natural stones are among the most

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Granite Countertops Fabrication Process

Nothing completes a kitchen look like granite countertops. Granite, marble, quartzite, dolamite or soapstone countertops give an aesthetic and impressive appearance to a kitchen or bathroom. The natural coveted and beautiful stones has been used to construct and decorate homes since the days of ancient Egypt. The processes that involve extracting,

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Soapstone Countertops Care and Maintenance

How to keep your soapstone countertops looking great! Soapstone countertops sealing and maintenance can be done by anyone because it is easy. Soapstone countertops after installation can be left without any impregnation but some people like to saturate the stone with a mineral oil or wax. Use cloth to apply the

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Granite Advantages

Granite is a natural crystalline ingenious rock that is chiefly mined in India, Brazil, and China. Granite has a lot of good properties include a distinct pattern, varied colors, durable, heat and scratch resistant. Among many granite advantages one is that granite is luxurious, durable, and diverse natural material to use

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Countertops Measuring Tips

Once you have decided to fabricate and install your stone project, the next step would be the actual measuring of your countertops. The following tips will make the process much easier and more efficient for you and your granite fabricator. At the time of the final countertops measuring and templating, a

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Granite Countertops Pick-Up Tips

Granite Countertops for pick-up are fabricated to your specifications. You are responsible for the final dimensions of your countertops and a legible shop ticket. The shop ticket with the drawing/template is made according to your specifications including dimensions, backsplashes, sinks, hole cut-outs, edge profiles, stone color and overhangs. It is recommended

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How To Draw A Layout of Kitchen Countertops

  Get a Free Quote on Your Countertop Installation To draw a layout of kitchen countertops may seem complicated, but with these tips, your layout will be ready in no time. Start by drawing your counters as simple rectangles and squares. Graphing paper works best, but a clean sheet of printer paper

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Granite Counter Tops From Quarry to Kitchen

Fabricating Granite Counter Tops.  Granite Counter Tops From Quarry to Kitchen. Everyone notices a smooth, clean finish of granite kitchen counter tops. This coveted and beautiful stone has been used in construction and remodeling of homes since the days of ancient Egypt, and the processes that involve harvesting, cutting, finishing,

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Granite and Marble Design Ideas

Granite and Marble Design Ideas. More ways to incorporate granite and marble in your home. Everyone wants their house to look beautiful. Having the right kinds of things in the house is important. Not quantity but right selection and quality matters. Too many things stuffed in the room will make

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How To Measure Kitchen Countertops

Many kitchen countertop shops offer in-home measurements and installation. However, handy homeowners can save money by measuring and installing the countertops themselves. Your fabricator will ask for the measurements of your counters. However, fabrication sometimes requires full-size templates. If your kitchen is made of 90-degree cabinet sections, templates are usually unnecessary. Any angled,

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Countertops Installation Tips

On average, a kitchen counertops installation lasts from 2 to 5 hours. Before the installation please remove all items from existing countertops and from the base cabinets. Make sure that walkways, driveways and project sites are accessible. All your cabinets should be installed and leveled; all your appliances, sink and faucet should be

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What is Stone

Natural stones are categorized into three geological classifications by their respective formation processes: Sedimentary, Metamorphic and Igneous. Each category can be either Calcareous or Siliceous. Calcareous stone is composed mainly of calcium carbonate, a mineral compound found in stone, shells and pearls. Siliceous stone is composed mainly of silicates, such as

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What is Marble

The word marble comes from the Greek mármaros which means shining stone. Marble names are derived from locations of the quarries. Carrara from Italy, Pentelicus from Greece, Proconnesus from Turkey. Marble is simply limestone or dolomite rock that has been compressed and/or heated deep within the earth’s crust. Marble contains clay

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What is Granite

The word granite comes from the Latin word granum which means grain in reference to the coarse-grained structure of the a crystalline rock. Granite is a natural crystalline ingenious rock composed mainly of feldspars and quartz with minor amounts of mica and amphibole minerals. Granite began as a hot, 1400 degrees

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Granite kitchen counter tops for decades

Granite for decades Granite kitchen counter tops are simply elegant. Granite adds a certain richness, luxury, cleanliness and above all a smooth aesthetically pleasing feature. Compared to other materials, granite and marble can add a unique atmosphere to the kitchen. The kitchen looks fresh, new, and radiant with natural stone counter

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How to Choose the Right Granite Color for Your Kitchen

While remodeling your kitchen you may feel overwhelmed. Everything these days comes in multiple options, including your choice of granite colors for kitchen countertops. All of them are beautiful and because granite is a natural material, each slab vary in pattern and color. So which color do you choose? Here

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Granite and Marble Makes A Good Impression

For thousands of years granite and marble have been thought of as the most luxurious building material available. From palaces in Rome, Greece or Egypt to some of the most important buildings throughout history, granite and marble have been associated with wealth and success. What better way to bring new

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Granite Countertops Installation

Granite Countertops Installation. Do It Yourself Guidelines Tools required: – Straight edge – Spirit level – Tri-square – Drill bits with suitable drill for granite – Suitable saw (Hand held) for granite – Jig Saw (for wood) – Polishing heads – Adhesive (Akemi, Araldite, Polyurethane glue) 1. Prepare the base: The

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How to transport granite countertops

Transport granite countertops – Do It Yourself Once granite countertops are installed, they are nearly indestructible, but in transit, granite is quite fragile. Most granite shops provide installation services that include transportation. Handy homeowners can save money by installing the counters themselves. With the right equipment and preparation transporting granite can be effortless.

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Countertops Order Process

Step by Step Countertops Order Process When you are ready to place your order with Factory Plaza, our expert staff will review each step of the countertops order with you to ensure a smooth buying experience without surprises or hidden costs. Should questions arise, our team will be there to help every step

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