Amanda Kaiser

Amanda Kaiser is a content marketing specialist and social media manager at Marble. She has an admiration for interior design and home renovation. She loves writing for Marble.com where she can join her interests of journalism and media with interior design and renovation. Amanda’s main goal is to provide readers with the tools to turn any space into dream home.

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On Marble.com, our main goal is to properly educate homeowners on stone countertops and other stone features. There is plenty of information out there online on choosing and caring for countertop material, but not all of it is correct. Here at Marble.com, we put proper, science-based information as our top priority so our readers can make the right choice for them. Read more about our process
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What is the Density of Granite? Density and Other Info

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Table of Contents What is Density?  What is the Density of Granite?  Granite countertops are a distinctive presence in many homes today. But many homeowners wonder more about the material. What makes up granite? What is the density of the natural stone?  What is Density?  Density is the mass of a substance per unit measure. This number is typically expressed in terms of specific gravity. Specific gravity is...

Standard Countertop Overhang: Measurements and Helpful Information

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Table of Contents What is Countertop Overhang?  What is the Measurement for Standard Countertop Overhang?  Standard Overhang: Kitchen Island Countertop  Standard Overhang: Raised Bar Top  Frequently Asked Questions  There are standard measurements that guide how long and wide a kitchen countertop should be. There are also similar measurements that serve as standards for base cabinets. To go alon...

White Cabinets and Gray Countertops: Best Ways to Pair

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Table of Contents How Do You Find the Right Material?  How Do You Find the Right Tone?  What Are Some Lighter Gray Options?  What Are Some Medium Gray Options?  What Are Some Darker Gray Options?  How Else Can You Complement Your White Cabinets?  Many homeowners opt to install white cabinets because of their clean look and versatile style. White cabinets can pair well with many different colo...

Sealing in the Beauty of Natural Stone For Years to Come

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Natural Stone May Require a Sealer to Preserve its Beauty Knowing how to properly care for and protect natural stone is very important for preserving the beauty of the natural surface. It all starts with understanding the science of stone. There are many different types of natural stone, just as there are many different types of wood. Each type has characteristics that determine its hardness, durability, chemical resistance, type of finish...

What is Caesarstone? Everything You Need to Know About the Brand

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Table of Contents What is Caesarstone?  What is Quartz?  Why Should You Choose Caesarstone?  High-Quality Looks  Easy to Maintain  Durable  Non-porous  Versatile  Sustainable  Where Can You Use Caesarstone in the House?  What Are Some Competitor Brands?  Quartz countertops are some of the most popular surfaces on the market. The popularity of the m...

Office Countertops: What Are Your Best Stone Options?

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Table of Contents What Color Are You Looking For?  What Materials Are Ideal for Office Countertops?  What is Granite?  Advantages and Disadvantages of Granite  Advantages  Attractive  Extensive Selection  Easy to Maintain  Durable  Disadvantages  Cost  Requires Sealing  What is Quartz?  Advantages and Disadvantages of Quartz&nb...

What Are the Most Popular Quartz Countertop Colors?

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Table of Contents What is Quartz?  What Are the Most Popular Colors for Quartz Countertops?  Quartz countertops have risen in popularity due to the appearance and functional benefits that the surfaces offer. Whether the material is used for kitchen countertops, backsplashes, vanity tops or other home surfaces, quartz is a great choice for any home setting.  Quartz can be found in a vast array of colors and patt...

Stone for Fireplaces: What are the Best Options?

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Table of Contents What Should You Consider Before Choosing the Stone You Want?  What Look Are You Going For?  Is This a DIY Job?  What is Your Budget?  Looks? Durability? Both?  What Are Your Stone Fireplace Options?  Natural Stone Options  Granite  Marble  Quartzite  Limestone  Travertine ...

Small Kitchen Layout: How Can You Maximize Your Space?

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Table of Contents How Can Small Kitchens be Beneficial?  Efficient Workspace  Cutting Costs  Simplified Design  Additional Space for Other Rooms  Benefits of Small Kitchens: Summary  What Layouts Are Possible with a Small Kitchen?  Layout Possibilities: Summary  Can You Have a Kitchen Island?  Cleaning in a Small Kitchen  How Can You Make a Small Kitchen Feel L...

Quartz That Looks Like Marble: What Are the Best Options Available?

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Table of Contents Why is Quartz Desirable?  How is Quartz Engineered?  What Are Some Quartz Options That Look Like Marble?  Vena Calacatta Infinita Quartz  Calacatta Quartz  Vena Statuario Bianco Quartz  5111 Statuario Nuvo Caesarstone Quartz  Caldera Caesarstone Quartz  5143 White Attica Caesarstone Quartz  5031 Statuario&n...
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