What is the Best Natural Stone for White Kitchen Countertops

White countertops are hot right now. They provide a clean, bright and light look for your kitchen and manage to be both classic and contemporary at the same time. Even with simple white countertops, there are still a variety of options available. You can have pure white or white with flecks of color or dark-colored veins. You can also choose from several materials, including both natural ...
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Is 2017 the year that you remodel your kitchen? Or are you thinking about doing some upgrades or renovations to your kitchen? Even if you're not doing a full remodel, a few changes can make a big difference. If you're thinking about or planning your kitchen rehab, then it's good to know what the current trends are. You always want to have a kitchen that you love and works for you, no matter wha...
Types of Granite Countertops

When you are choosing a material for a renovation or new project, granite countertops are a fantastic choice for your kitchen, bathroom or recreation room bar. Granite is extremely durable, able to withstand hot pans or spilled drinks. You can even get rid of your cutting board and cut directly onto its surface without damaging it. When most people think of granite counters, they will think ...

Granite countertops are a popular choice for countertops because of its strength, durability and color options. With so many options from ranging from dark black to shining white, how do you choose what color countertops are right for your home? Coordinate countertop colors with cabinets Your biggest priority when selecting a granite color for your countertops is to find a color that successf...

1. Monochromatic palette – A kitchen with uniform counters, walls, and floors will feel much more spacious than a mix and match kitchen. Heavy contrast can create a jarring distraction visually and cause the room to appear smaller. 2. Mirrors – Mirrored cabinets and other furniture are gaining popularity again in 2016 and it is no surprise. Mirrors help reflect light and create a visually large...

There are many decisions when it comes to building or remodeling a kitchen and one of the most important is the countertop material. We've compiled a chart that details the pros and cons of each type of countertop we offer at Graniterra. Three stars mean it performs high in the category, two stars means it performs fairly, one star means it performs poorly. Categories Each of these counter compa...

What are the top kitchen trends 2016? Graniterra picks our favorite trends, many of which, we can help you add to your kitchen! 1. Maximum kitchen storage – Utilizing your precious cabinet space is big this year. Smart spaces make the most of your space and organize.   2. Mixed textures – whether it’s countertops or tile backsplashes, mixed materials are in! Try a textured backsplash f...

Spills have different effects on different types of tiles. This is where knowing your material comes in handy. For example, spills and contaminants are generally easier to clean than on other unglazed ceramic and porcelain surfaces. Your grazed tiles should be cleaned regularly with all purpose cleaner, low in VOC. It is a big time saver if the cleaner is also compatible with grout joint cleaning....

Graniterra, based in St. Louis, Missouri, is a kitchen, bath, and stone design studio featuring some of the best materials for kitchen countertops including granite, marble, quartz and corian. The design staff at Graniterra are experts in kitchen remodels and pride themselves on staying on top of trends so they can better serve clients. The latest trend in kitchen remodel seems to be that homeow...
Advantages and Disadvantages Of Quartz, Granite, And Corian Countertops

Quartz Quartz is a man-made, factory-engineered material made from about 93-94 percent ground quartz (the remaining 6-7 percent is polyester resins for binding and recycled glass or metallic flecks for aesthetics and appearance). The countertops can be uniform in color and pattern, with many different shades to choose from, so your kitchen design options are limitless. Quartz countertops are k...