There is no countertop that is used more or suffers more damage than the countertop in a commercial kitchen. A commercial kitchen countertop is used day in and day out by an army of chefs armed with knives, mallets, acidic juices, and harsh disinfectants. Commercial kitchen countertops need to be made with the strength to withstand all […]
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Much focus has been placed on green living in the last few years. People are encouraged to recycle materials, purchase only what is needed, and avoid waste because it is easy to see what the wasteful and polluting nature of the past has done to our world. Many companies have decided to focus on the […]
Kitchen countertops made of natural marble can stain easily because they are porous. Most marble countertops are professionally sealed to avoid staining and to remain waterproof. However, marble tends to wear out and appear dull after several years, so it needs to be resealed and polished periodically to protect it from stains and other dulling […]
Anyone who wants to add elegance and class to their home or establishment would do well with a marble countertop. Marble countertops are highly durable, heat resistant, and add beauty and elegance to any room. Upscale restaurant and business owners Marble countertops are more recommended for restaurant owners than wood countertops. Setting a plate of […]
Marble countertops are, in a word, beautiful. No other building material speaks of elegance or luxury as eloquently as marble. Marble is especially noted for the swirls, lines, and little imperfections that only add to its aesthetic quality. Marble countertops have hard, clean edges, although they can be carved with a rounded edge, according to […]
Marble countertops come in a vast array of colors and shades. A marble countertop usually has a base color and is stained with other colors in irregular patterns, to create a natural look. Base colors In its natural form, marble is completely white. The white comes from the high concentration of calcium in the marble. […]
Pricing of marble countertops depends on the size of the project. Most people who want a marble countertop prefer to use marble tiles as a sheathing material for their countertop. However, those who want a solid marble countertop can have one custom-cut for their counter size, although these are very expensive. Pricing on individual tiles […]
Generally, solid marble countertops are between half an inch and two inches thick. They are built for durability, and must be able to support their own weight in addition to the weight of the load they carry. Thickness The thickness of a marble countertop depends on the size of each piece. Generally, thickness is kept […]
Marble countertops are some of the most beautiful stone countertops in the world and are also some of the most expensive because they are highly desirable additions to any home. The stone used for marble countertops are extracted from a limited number of quarries around the world and the process for turning the stone into […]
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One of the most highly prized materials for kitchen countertops is marble stone. Although the main reason for the popularity of the marble countertop is the beautiful appearance of the stone, there are many other properties that are signature to marble that make it an excellent countertop material. Any person that is considering a marble […]