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What Is The Cheapest Type Of Countertop?

The cheapest type of countertops is laminate. These countertops are made from wood and plastic, and come in a wide variety of styles. They are however, also the most easily damaged. Tile…

May 2, 2023

Advice, Granite

Is Granite Low Maintenance?

Granite is relatively low maintenance. It is not as low maintenance as quartz countertops, though. Granite is a porous stone, so it will absorb bacteria and liquids over time (which will discolor…

May 1, 2023

Kitchen Countertops

Should Countertops Be The Same Throughout The House?

Well, it’s up to you. There’s no right, simple answer to this question because many options can work well. One consideration is just how close the bathrooms are to the kitchen. If…

April 30, 2023

Advice, Granite

Does Granite Countertops Increase Home Value?

Yes. In general, quality stone countertops will always increase home value. That said, there are many factors that will affect how much it increases. The first is what market you’re in exactly.…

April 29, 2023

Granite

What Cleaners Can Be Used On Granite?

The best cleaner for granite is just some dish soap diluted in water and a soft cloth (like microfiber). You want to avoid acidic or harsh cleaning chemicals on your countertops. If…

April 28, 2023

Granite

Can You Use Lysol Wipes On Granite Countertops?

You should not. Granite sealant can be damaged by either citric acid or ammonia. In general, you want to avoid using harsh or acidic substances on the countertops (including vinegar, coffee, lemon…

April 27, 2023

Granite

Can You Use Antibacterial Wipes On Granite?

It’s not a great idea. Most antibacterial wipes contain citric acid or other highly acidic substances. These harsh chemicals will break down or damage the sealant on the stone. And overtime this…

April 26, 2023

Granite

What Is The Lifespan Of Granite Countertops?

It depends on how well you care for it. Low-end estimates put the lifespan somewhere between 10-15 years, but the high-end estimate is over 100 years. Why the huge gap? Well, it…

April 25, 2023

Advice, Granite

What Color Granite Never Goes Out Of Style?

Granite’s popularity as a high-end countertop has grown quite a bit over the last few decades. But just as something rises, so also it must fall (if only a little bit). Quartz…

April 24, 2023

Granite

What Color Granite Is Outdated?

Dark-speckled granite is on its way out of popularity. Some homeowners are ripping out their existing granite because it already has a very dated look. These patterns are busy and multicolored, with…

April 23, 2023

What Is The Cheapest Type Of Countertop?

Is Granite Low Maintenance?

Should Countertops Be The Same Throughout The House?

Does Granite Countertops Increase Home Value?

What Cleaners Can Be Used On Granite?

Can You Use Lysol Wipes On Granite Countertops?

Can You Use Antibacterial Wipes On Granite?

What Is The Lifespan Of Granite Countertops?

What Color Granite Never Goes Out Of Style?

What Color Granite Is Outdated?

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