Kyle Murray

Kyle Murray is a contractor turned home renovation enthusiast. Kyle has been working in the renovating and flipping homes with his family business since he can remember. Kyles’s favorite part of the home to renovate is always the kitchen which is why he loves sharing his tips and tricks with readers at Marble.com

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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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Kitchen Countertop Options from Granite to Slate

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The kitchen is the focal point of a home. The style of the kitchen often pours out into the living space, so it's important to determine what countertops best suit your lifestyle and needs. The decision to select marble, granite, quartz, quartzite, soapstone, onyx, limestone, or even slate countertops for your kitchen will be one that you must live with for years to come. A white marble countertop is sleek and bright, but a darker granite or...

The Difference Between Granite and Marble: How to Pick the Right Stone

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Both granite and marble are aesthetic natural stones quarried from the earth. But there are essential differences between them. Porosity, resilience, and durability become key factors when deciding which one is best for your needs. And all these factors have a bearing on the price. Basically, granite is considered more practical and holds up to the rigors of everyday use, while classic marble is more suitable for less-trafficked areas. Gran...

How To Visualize Your Granite Countertop

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Granite is a remarkable and affordable stone to use as a countertop. With most of the countertop options that are available in the market, homeowners rarely understand how viable the material is. You’ve heard the saying that seeing is believing. If that’s the case, then visualizing would equate with that very same sense of logic.  An ideal selection that merges both appeal and cost effectiveness, granite countertops will be th...

How to Repair a Chip in a Granite Countertop

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Table of Contents Order the Granite Chip Repair Kit Remove all items near the chip Clean your granite countertop Fill the chip with epoxy Apply the hardener and clean the area   Granite is one of the most durable natural stones in the world, therefore making it one of the toughest materials in the world, period. However, despite the rugged nature of granite, it can still chip if a cast iron pan plummets into your counter...

How is Granite Mined? The Origins of Your Countertop

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Table of Contents How is Granite Mined?  What Happens Once Slabs Are Created?  How Are Slabs Turned into Countertops?    Granite countertops are commonly found in modern day homes. This beautiful natural stone is one of the most durable materials you can choose for your home and is also among the easiest to care for. If you are looking to incorporate natural beauty into your home, granite is a grea...

How to Clean Granite: Steps and More

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Table of Contents What Should You Never Use to Clean Granite?  What Should You Use to Clean Granite?  How Do You Clean Granite?  How Can You Remove Stains from Granite?  How Do You Seal Granite?  How Do You Know Granite Needs to Be Re-Sealed?    If you want to install a new countertop in your home that is both beautiful and durable, granite countertops are surely a terrific fit. In ad...

Quartzite vs. Granite: A Comparison of the Two Stones

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Table of Contents Comparisons  How does quartzite form?  Variations of quartzite  How does granite form?  Variations of granite  Appearance  Cost  Maintenance  Installation  Durability  Moisture Resistance  Heat Resistance  Resale Value  Where Should I Have Quartzite in my Home?  Where Should I Have Granite in my Home?  Q...

How to Decorate Kitchen Countertops: Best Ways

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Table of Contents How to Decorate Your Kitchen Countertops  Decorative Hand Soap  Plants  Flowers  Vases  Fruit  Art  Photos  Books  Candles  Appliances  Utensils  Cutting Boards  Knife Block  Coffee/Tea Area  Canisters    From natural stone options to engineered stone and many other materials, your kitche...

Best Options for White Granite with Veins

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Table of Contents What Are the Best White Granite Countertops with Veins?  Snow White Granite  River White Granite  White Antique Granite  Ivory Brown Granite  Ambrosia White Granite  Fantastic White Granite  Sea Pearl Granite  Milky White Granite  Millenium Creme Granite  Galaxy White Granite  Ice White Granite  Ivory White Granite ...

What is Man-Made Stone?

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Table of Contents What Exactly is Man-Made Stone?  How Does Man-Made Stone Compare to Other Options?  What Are the Best Brands of Man-Made Stone?  Why is Man-Made Stone a Good Choice for Countertops?  What Are the Characteristics of Man-Made Stone?  How Much Do Quartz Countertops Cost?  What Are the Pros and Cons of Man-Made Stone?  Can You Install Your O...
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