Stephen Baez

While there are a lot of quality countertop material choices out there, especially as it relates to natural stone, engineered stone such as quartz provides a few distinct advantages over alternative options. What differentiates quartz or engineered stone from natural stone is evident from their titles. Engineered stone countertops are made by taking around 90-94% quartz, a natural stone, and mixing it with some combination of resins, polymers...

  Natural stone comes in an endless variety of colors and choosing the right one can be a daunting task. Homeowners often want to match their new flooring and countertops to items they already own, or to their existing paint scheme. While this may sound like a logical approach, it's best to keep in mind that items can be always be moved, and paint is the quickest and least expensive way to completely change the look of a room....

Table of Contents Comparisons  How is Quartz Manufactured?  Variations of Quartz Countertops  How is Quartzite Formed?  Variations of Quartzite Countertops  Appearance  Cost  Maintenance  Installation  Durability  Moisture Resistance  Heat Resistance   Resale Value   Where Should You Use Quartz in Your Home?...

Table of Contents Comparisons  What is Silestone?  Types of Silestone  What is Granite?  Types of granite  Appearance  Cost  Maintenance  Installation  Durability  Stain resistance  Moisture resistance  Heat resistance  Repair  Resale value  Environmental impact  Where Will Silestone Work Well in My House?&nb...

Table of Contents Advantages of an L-shaped Kitchen  Adaptability  Work Triangle  Inviting Design  Disadvantages of an L-shaped Kitchen  Loss of Storage Space  Dead Zones  How to Organize an L-shaped Kitchen How Busy Will Your Kitchen Be?  How Many Cabinets Will You Need?  How Much Counter Space Will You Need?  Where Will Your Applia...

Table of Contents Easy, Inexpensive Changes Natural Tile, Flooring, and Vanity Tops Connecting the indoors with the outdoors and bringing natural elements into home design has been a popular trend for several years. Bringing nature into bathroom design helps create a tranquil, calming and spa-like atmosphere in your home. There are many ways to incorporate natural elements in the bathroom, regardless of your budget. Easy, Inexpensive...

Table of Contents How Much Do Marble Countertops Cost? Common Marbles Carrara Marble Crema Marfil Marble Bianco Venato Marble Premium Marbles Calacatta Borghini Calacatta Extra Portoro Genuine Extra What Impacts Marble Countertop Costs? How Do Marble Costs Compare to Other Stones? Kitchen renovations can be intimidating, mostly due to the cost, which can average anywhere between $10,000-$30,000. Sure,...