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Quartz is one of the most popular choices for residential kitchen and bath countertops today. Products such as ColorQuartz are engineered to be exceptionally durable as well as scratch-, heat-, and stain-resistant. But the virtues of quartz surfacing are also now recognized by designers and architects in the medical construction realm as well, and are now a top choice in this sector too.

To oil, or not to oil…that is the question.

Paired with a crisp white accent color, blue is very New England…nautical and sophisticated. Combined with a bold lime green or bright pink, it’s very modern and hip. And alongside a cheery yellow or orange, it can even take on an exotic flair. Yes, blue is an extremely versatile color that works with almost every style of décor. High-quality quartz surfacing manufacturer, ColorQuartz offers a compelling shade of blue. Fashion Blue is a vivacious shade of blue that makes a statement on walls, trim, flooring, architectural details, countertops, vanities, and more.

We don’t know about you, but here in New England, we’re still celebrating Sunday’s big Super Bowl win! With football still fresh in our minds, there’s no better time to share our industry’s version of a “Super Bowl Commercial.”

Polycor proves that their 1-cm thin natural stone slabs are strong enough to hold a football player. Just like a star quarterback, the surface won’t crack under pressure. It even stands up to a touchdown celebration spike!

New for 2015, Neolith ultra-compact surfacing is available in a more floor-friendly format. Recently introduced at manufacturer TheSize’s booth at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), slabs now come in 5-ft. by 5-ft. tiles (1,500 x 1,500 mm) — a size unique to the sintered compact surface category.

Not only does marble make a stunning surfacing choice, but it’s also one of today’s hottest home accessories! From exquisitely designed lighting to a simple candlestick, marble can now be found in some pretty unexpected places around the home. As a decorative material, it adds an elegance and warmth that’s undeniable.

Last week, at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas, Neolith introduced several new colors to the Classtone line of ultra compact surfacing material.

Q: We’re ready to get started on our very first home renovation! Many Internet sites and blogs such as yours have helped us generate and narrow down our ideas. We’ve learned about the differences between marble, granite, quartz, quartzite and more than we could have ever dreamed existed. But now…we’re not sure where to start. Can we work directly with you or do we need to find a fabricator, contractor, or someone else?

If you’re a homeowner considering Bianco Carrara Marble, or a designer, architect, or builder who frequently builds with this material, this video published by Campolonghi SpA is a must-see.

Some say that granite has seen its heyday in the kitchen. It’s true there are more surfacing choices in the market than ever before, however all things considered, the fact remains that granite is still the top seller. Why?