Christopher Miller

Table of Contents Quartz  Granite  Recycled Glass  Laminate  Solid Surface  How Much Does Each Option Cost?  Installing new countertops is a great way to visually improve your home. However, choosing the right countertops can also involve choosing a material that is durable – particularly for kitchen countertops. Over time, your countertops will deal with a lot of wear and tear, which m...

Table of Contents Step 1: What You Need to Do Before You Cut  What You Need to Do Before You Cut: Get a Wet Saw  What You Need to Do Before You Cut: Follow the Instructions  What You Need to Do Before You Cut: Connect the Saw to a Water Supply  What You Need to Do Before You Cut: Place the Marble on a Piece of Foam  What You Need to Do Before You Cut: Mark Your Cut  What Y...

Table of Contents Why is Granite So Popular?  Granite: Appearance  Granite: Durability  Granite: Maintenance  Where Does Granite Come From?  What is Fake Granite?  How Can I Spot Fake Granite?  Spotting Fake Granite: Check the Cost  Spotting Fake Granite: Check the Appearance  Spotting Fake Granite: Test the Porosity  Spotting Fake Granite: Tap the Surface ...

Table of Contents Where is the City of Carrara Located?  What is Carrara Marble?  What Different Types of Carrara Marble Are There?  White Carrara Marble  Carrara Silver Marble  Carrara White Venatino Marble  Situated in the Apuan Alps in north central Italy, Carrara is a city that is home to some of the world’s finest marble. Carrara marble has long been a desirable buil...

Table of Contents What Color Are Your Cherry Cabinets?  What Countertops Pair Well: Natural Colored Cherry  New Venetian Gold Granite  Colonial Cream Granite  What Countertops Pair Well: Dark Colored Cherry  Giallo Fiesta Granite  Tan Brown Granite  Cherry cabinets can be a bold and stunning addition to any kitchen. If you have decided on cherry cabinets, perhaps you ha...

Table of Contents What is Travertine Used For?  What is Travertine?  What is the Difference Between Travertine and Limestone?  Where Should You Install Travertine?  Countertops  Backsplashes  Fireplace Surrounds  Walkways  Interior Floors  Patios  Pool Decks  Interior and Exterior Walls  Driveways  Bathtub S...

Table of Contents What is Quartz?  Why Should You Choose a Quartz Backsplash?  What Are the Drawbacks of Quartz Backsplashes?  Types of Quartz Backsplashes  Vena Calacatta Infinita Quartz Backsplash  Rugged Concrete Caesarstone Quartz Backsplash  Vanilla Noir Caesarstone Quartz Backsplash  River Bed 680 Quantra Quartz Backsplash  8531 Profondo Cae...

Table of Contents What is Countertop Depth? What is the Standard Depth of a Kitchen Counter?  What is the Standard Depth of a Bathroom Counter?  What is the Standard Depth for Kitchen Island Countertops?  What Factors Determine the Standard Depths of Countertops?  If you are installing your own new countertops or perhaps are just curious about the installation process, you may be wondering...

  What is a Polished Granite Counter?  Finish Options: Polished vs. Honed  How Much Does a Polished Granite Counter Cost?  What is a Polished Granite Counter?  A polished granite counter is a granite countertop that appears to be shiny, rather than having a matte look. Many homeowners choose to have a polished finish on their granite countertops. The look of this beautiful natural stone is further enhan...

Table of Contents What is Slate?  What Factors Impact the Cost of Slate Countertops?  Grade  Color  Texture  Cleft  Cascade  Honed  Repair and Maintenance of Slate Countertops  Pros and Cons of Slate Countertops  Pros  Heat Resistant  Stain Resistant  Water Resistant  Uniform Look  Cons  Price  Subdued Loo...