Picking the material for your countertop will impact how it looks and functions. There are many options to choose from, including granite, marble, quartz and concrete. Let's look at quartz. It is among the most popular countertop materials for kitchens and bathrooms. This engineered stone has a loyal following because it looks good and is [...]
First off, quartzite is not quartz. (More on that later). It's formed when quartz sandstone is exposed to high temperatures and pressure. These conditions re-crystallize the sand grains and silica cement that binds them. The result is a network of interlocking quartz grains of incredible strength. Although, the beauty and strength of this natural stone [...]
When it comes to home remodelling projects, granite is a material beloved by many homeowners. It adds a sense of luxury to any space, with a beauty unsurpassed by other natural stones. Its durability also makes it sought after for high-traffic rooms like bathrooms and kitchens, and it can last a lifetime with little maintenance. [...]
Engineered quartz is made by combining ground-up quartz with polymers and synthetic resins under heat and pressure to create slabs. These slabs are later cut and used in various applications such as countertops and fireplace surrounds. As a countertop, quartz offers a durable surface for both bathrooms and kitchens. Being an engineered material, it comes [...]
For many houses, wall finishing simply means picking the colour of paint to coat on drywall. But it can be so much more! Make the choice to stand out from everyone else and finish with stone wall cladding. Instead of a wall hewn entirely from stone, stone wall cladding gives that illusion with [...]
Part 1 dealt with the most popular countertops in the industry. Now let’s look at what it takes to maintain the other countertop styles that will make your home stand out: Onyx countertops Onyx is beautiful with its bands of translucency, but it has a delicate surface prone to staining and etching. Of all [...]
Countertops are a big investment as part of your dream home journey so you want to do everything you can to keep them in pristine condition for as long as possible. With all the different stone countertop materials available though, it’s hard to keep track of what to do and when for maintenance work. [...]
There are a lot of features you can build in for the farmhouse look. What comes next is how you arrange all the small details to complete the look. Here’s what to keep an eye out for: Fixtures A farmhouse kitchen just wouldn’t be the same without a farmhouse-style apron-front sink. The [...]
After all these years, farmhouse-style houses remain popular with homeowners. With its primary focus being livability and family, this design has stood the test of time, especially in kitchens. In fact, elements of the modern farmhouse pop up in the decor of pubs and restaurants, too, incorporating a blend of the sleek and rustic. If [...]
The farmhouse look is all about sturdiness and practicality. It’s a necessity for life on a farm because home essentials cannot be as conveniently replaced as in the city. Everything has to be built to last. There’s also an emphasis on being more down-to-earth with natural materials. With those qualities in mind, here’s [...]
