October 2013

It’s October, and Halloween is right here. It’s time for pumpkins, skeletons, and spooky stories—the perfect time for us to re-visit the “ghost story” of granite kitchen counter tops emitting radioactive gasses in millions of households.

“I’ve heard that quartzite is a great choice for my kitchen countertop, but that it’s prone to etching. Is this true?” A visitor to our Milford, CT showroom recently posed this question. In short, quartzite is not bullet-proof, but it is considered an exceptional material for use as countertops. Here’s why…

A kitchen’s backsplash can help set the tone for the entire room. Much like a piece of bold statement jewelry or a simple diamond pendant, it can be the finishing touch that pulls a whole look together.

In the past, the kitchen “work triangle” was thought to be sufficient for all of the jobs that took place in the kitchen. That was then. 

Natural stone flooring can add organic warmth and tranquility to any space. From slate and marble to limestone and granite, natural stone tiles add unique personality wherever they’re used. But keep in mind that no two stone types- or tiles- are the same. So be sure to do your homework and know which material is right for your particular project.

Kitchen and bath remodels are a lot of work. Since they involve the intricate systems of a home like plumbing, heating, cooling, and electricity, they also tend to take a long time. This leaves you without your vital necessities such as a toilet, shower, oven, stove, sink, and more while the work’s being done — which is inconvenient to say the least. But Neolith from Spanish manufacturer THESIZE could help alleviate remodeling woes, speeding up the process and creating less chaos.