Protecting your granite worktop does not need to be difficult and expensive. Being one of the hardest natural stones, granite is extremely durable. It is also beautiful, with its variety of colours and patterns. These qualities make granite worktops a highly desirable option. However, as with all stones, granite is porous to some degree and therefore it needs to be sealed every two to three years. Read the full article courtesy of the Digital Journal
Over the recent years, brick and stone veneers have gained increasing popularity, making a fashion and decorative statement. Prior to this in the 60’s and 70’s, people were covering up this finish with drywall or stucco, showing how trends come round in cycles. The earlier generation, known as the disco generation, also chose to cover up hardwood flooring with shag carpets. It would seem now that the resurgence of brick and stone is a long overdue decor correction. Read the full article courtesy of the Standard Freeholder.
Waking up and feeling ready to face the day, there is nothing quite like that feeling. But what if you wake up and are immediately confronted with the fact that your home needs improvements and you don’t know where to start? Instead of feeling overwhelmed, there are simple decoration ideas which you could use to transform your home economically and successfully. Read the full article courtesy of KLJB.
Quartz countertops are a recent trend which has grown increasingly popular as it offers a low maintenance and durable option for kitchen work surfaces. Manmade quartz countertops are a new innovation, offering versatility with the appearance of granite. Quartz can be damaged by heat, but they are also very repellent to stains, which natural stone is susceptible to and it does not have to be sealed or polished. Read the full article courtesy of The Spec.
Depending on your lifestyle, certain types of flooring may be more functional and practical than others, yet once you have reviewed your options you can still end up with the beautiful finish you desire. You could choose between hardwood flooring which has detailed graining and natural beauty or laminate may be a great alternative, given its more economical pricing and durability. Natural stone is a popular choice, with its flexibility and variation from stone to stone, or luxury vinyl brings resilience and withstands a busy family life. Read the full article courtesy of Naps Net.
This home in Philadelphia has had the bathroom remodelled using natural Limestone to create a luxurious spa-like feel. The Limestone is used throughout the design and works really well in contrast to the tiles and bathroom cabinets. See the full story here at Stone World.
We are delighted to announce we can now offer dry treat stone sealer. This sealer is a world leader in providing protection for natural stone so it is perfect for sealing granite worktops and kitchen counter tops. Not only is the sealer good for the job, it is environmentally friendly and comes with a 15 year guarantee!
We are proud to announce we are now working alongside Mark Wilkinson Kitchens. Their designs have been leading the way on British kitchens for decades so it is a great opportunity for us. We are now able to bring together unique designs with natural stone in a way which defines the perfect kitchen. See Mark Wilkinson on Wikipedia.
