Categories for Granite Countertops

Create a New Kitchen with New Countertops

January 6, 2021

Even when you have a great dining room, most people end up spending the majority of their time just hanging out in the kitchen at dinner parties or meals. If your kitchen has seen better days, now is the time to spruce it up without breaking the bank. You don’t need to completely remodel a kitchen, buying expensive new appliances and disrupting your entire home by installing new cabinets. If you think your Phoenix, AZ kitchen looks boring or tired, consider simply installing new granite countertops rather than remodeling the space from top to bottom. Countertops make the space If... View Article

What to Expect with Your Granite Countertop Installation

December 1, 2020

Having brand-new natural stone countertops installed in your kitchen is extremely exciting. These luxurious countertops are certain to last you for many years to come, and provide an updated aesthetic to your kitchen. If you’ve never had new granite countertops installed before in your Phoenix, AZ home, you’re probably wondering what you should expect from the installation process. It’s important to know that installing stone countertops (like granite) is not as fast or easy as other types of countertop installation. It’s also important that you work with a team of professionals who are experienced with this task and know what... View Article

What’s the Difference Between Marble and Granite?

November 21, 2020

You don’t need experience working on a construction site to understand that there is a fundamental difference between marble and granite. However, if you’re starting to think about kitchen and bathroom remodeling in Phoenix, AZ, it’s helpful to have a clearer idea of the distinctions between the two popular materials. How are they similar? Before diving into the differences between granite and marble, let’s run down the similarities between the two materials. Both granite and marble are materials found in nature in a wide variety of colors and textures. Both materials are porous, which means they require a sealant to... View Article

Understanding the Basics of Sealing Your Granite Countertops

November 7, 2020

When considering a remodel of their bathroom or kitchen, most homeowners would be hard pressed to find a better option than granite countertops in Phoenix, AZ. This extraordinarily versatile material comes in a massive range of sizes, colors, patterns and textures. It’s not overly expensive, and it lasts for years if you take care of it. Therein lies the rub: for your granite countertops to continue looking their best for decades, you do have to do a little bit of maintenance. Fortunately, that “little bit” of maintenance is accurate. Provided you wipe it down after each use (which you would... View Article

What You Should Know About High-End Granite Countertops

September 28, 2020

It’s not hard these days to turn on any home improvement show and see a lot of home seekers with the same requests—open-concept floor plans, stainless steel appliances and so forth. However, one thing that also pops up on a consistent basis is granite countertops, and for good reason. Granite countertops in Phoenix, AZ, when installed properly by the right professionals, can really add a durable touch of class and distinction to any space. That said, there’s a lot you’ll need to know before you begin installing granite countertops, so we’ve put together the following tips for you to keep... View Article

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