“How much is this going to cost?” is the first question anyone asks when talking countertops. Before determining the cost of replacing the kitchen countertops, consider questions like what kind of lifestyle does your home encompass, are you a young couple starting out, do you have children or teenagers and how often are you in ...
New countertops can really freshen up your home. For projects from simple makeovers to full scale remodels or new construction, a wide variety of countertop choices are available. Five of the most popular include plastic laminate, solid surface, granite, tile, and engineered stone. Plastic Laminate Countertops Plastic laminate purchases account for more than two-thirds of ...
The countertop is the kitchen design choice that ties all the other components together, and you have more choices in material today than ever before. Take advantage of the wide expanse of horizontal exposure and opt for a modern material to bring a little personality to your kitchen. Granite Countertops Granite is a timeless countertop ...
If, like me, you are a chronic home remodeler, project starter, “Homearama” junkie, and HGTV fanatic (and you are in the Hampton Roads area), the Home Emporium is a treasure trove of all sorts of useful, unusual, and just plain cool stuff to help you fulfill your decorating and remodeling dreams! Located at 1943 S ...
My husband is a Quality/Warranty Director for a residential homebuilder. He has seen many warranty claims caused by homeowner unawareness or neglect, and I hear all of those stories at our dinner table. I thought I could share some of his knowledge and experience. One of the complaints that he regularly receives from homeowners is ...
If you have a bought a home that has granite counter tops or are remodeling a kitchen and plan to use granite countertops, one thing you have realized is that granite countertops are an investment in your home. Granite is a durable material that adds an element of sophistication and shine to your kitchen decor. ...
No matter how much you clean, is your kitchen still lacking that extra bit of pizzazz, that sparkle? Don’t fret, because if it’s sparkle you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it by using quartz tiles or countertops in your kitchen. Yes, quartz, those same pretty rocks you studied in your ninth-grade earth-science class. Turns ...
Choosing attractive materials for your countertops is the first step in creating a unique living space, and both silestone and granite countertops are popular choices for the kitchen or bathroom. A quality countertop provides a solid surface that is stain resistant and easy to care for. Solid resin countertops were first introduced in the 1960s ...
Homeowners know, kitchen rehabs mean money on the bottom line of their home’s worth. When choosing materials to rehab a kitchen, the countertop can make or break the design. A plethora of countertops choices are available to the kitchen rehabber, but, all will fall into two categories; Man-Made or Natural. Man-made countertops come in more ...
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