stone display stands: 十二月 2016

2016年12月29日星期四

What’s the Difference between Quartz & Quartzite Countertops

Though quartz and quartzite countertops may pop-up side-by-side in your search results due to their rising popularity, they are two separate and equally distinctive materials despite their similarities in name and appearance. Each appealing in its own way, uncovering these differences can help you discover if either of these materials offer the ideal kitchen countertop solution for you.

Distinctive advantages

Quartzite slabs, like granite, are hard and durable, possessing the ability to withstand heat. Also like granite, they require periodic sealing every year or two. Quartz slabs, on the other hand are the least porous, though not heat-resistant over 300 degrees Fahrenheit, require no sealing.

Diverse beginnings

Quartzite is naturally formed from quartz-rich sandstone, extracted, and quarried to form finished slabs for countertops and tiles. Quartz slabs, though also comprised of around 94% of the raw material quartz, are synthetically engineered with the addition of resins and pigments pressed under immense pressure to form a solid surface countertop.

Price ponderings

Both quart and quartzite counters are on par with higher-end stone surface options like granite and marble, so if you’re looking to price as the determining factor for which material will grace your kitchen design, you’ll have to look elsewhere for the tie-breaker.

Complex color creations

Many natural quartzite slabs offer the swirling white and grey coloring popular in today’s kitchen designs, however rarer varieties offer shades of golds, browns, blues, greens, and even shades of red. Quartz, due to its manmade origins, offers uniform colors and patterns in nearly every color in the rainbow, including solids and lookalikes of other natural surfaces – including quartzite.

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2016年12月27日星期二

How to Keep Your Home Marble Looking its best

You can take to make sure your home’s marble countertop, floor, or other marble area is looking perfect all the time as follow steps:

1,Sealing Your Marble

One of the most important things you can do is to seal your marble. Sealing helps ensure that marble doesn’t become easily stained

Typically, whoever installed your marble probably sealed it at the same time. But if they didn’t, or you aren’t sure, then sealing your marble can prolong the life of your marble surfaces and help them look their best all the time.

2,Protecting Your Marble

Even if your marble is sealed, that doesn’t mean that it can’t get dirty. It can even become damaged by highly acidic substances such as tomato juice, vinegar, and citrus juices.

Make sure your protect your marble the same way you would fine wood tabletops and other surfaces. Use coasters and cutting boards to protect against everyday damage. And if there is a spill, make certain that it gets wiped up immediately.

3,Cleaning Your Marble

Marble that is properly sealed should wipe clean with a damp cloth. You don’t want to use any type of cleaner that is acidic or abrasive because that can damage your marble.

Use a vacuum or broom to pick up loose dirt, then damp mop or sponge your marble until it is clean.

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2016年12月25日星期日

How To Clean Quartz Countertops

Cleaning your quartz countertops doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact it can be far less work than you initially thought. Simply use a damp microfibre cloth with warm soapy water to clean up any initial spills. This will help prevent any spills or dirt from being absorbed into the stone. Avoid using any highly acidic or bleach based cleaning products as these can often damage the stone surface.

Removing stubborn stains

If any stubborn stains do occur, you can mix together your own quartz cleaning solution by mixing together isopropyl alcohol and dish detergent. Mix together a 50:50 solution of water and 91% isopropyl alcohol into a spray bottle. Spray onto the stone surface and allow to sit for 5 minutes, then rinse with water and wipe down with a clean microfibre cloth. This will remove excess soapy water and periodically disinfect your quartz countertops, restoring their natural shine.

Avoid heat and scratching

Unlike other natural stones such as granite, quartz stone is not completely heat resistant and can crack or chip if exposed to heat for long periods of time. To avoid this use special trivets, or place mats when placing hot pots and pans on to the surface. Also, whilst quartz countertops are highly scratch resistant we would recommend using cutting boards as an extra precaution when preparing food on your worktops.

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2016年12月22日星期四

The Pros and Cons of Quartz Kitchen Worktops

When it comes to choosing kitchen worktops there are a number of materials to choose from. While natural stones such as granite still remain one of the most popular choices for kitchen worktops, in recent years Quartz kitchen worktops have become an increasingly popular contender.

Why quartz worktops?

Engineered quartz stone provides some of the most durable and practical surfaces available. Renowned for its unique beauty, the manufacturing of quartz stone blends together approximately 93% natural quartz stone along with other granites, mirror chips, colour pigments and resins to form a totally sealed and polished surface. The specific composition, pattern and colour of the stone are all devised in the manufacturing process and can differ with different manufacturers – giving you a much wider choice in colours than other natural stones such as granite or marble, and a depth of finish that cannot be produced in other solid surface materials such as corian.

Quartz worktops are extremely hard wearing and versatile. They are highly resistant to scratching and staining, yet with the added benefit of increased flexibility, making them easier to work with when it comes to installation and edging options. They require minimal maintenance, with a simple clean using mild dish-washing soap and warm water being all that is needed to keep these worktops looking as good as new.

Aside from being chip resistant, quartz kitchen worktops are also highly resistant to household acids as well as mould and mildew, making them ideal for kitchen worktops, bathroom surfaces, flooring and wall panelling.

Potential drawbacks:

There are only a small number of drawbacks to consider when looking at quartz stone. Firstly, whilst other natural stones such as granite are highly resistant to weathering, if exposed to natural sunlight, quartz stone can start to fade in colour. It is also heavier than granite, and so would need to be installed by professionals.

Secondly, seams can also be visible in quartz stone, however these will be noticeably less visible when you choose a slab that is darker in colour. However, as quartz stones have been coloured and manufactured, any seams that do occur will be easier to hide than in granite, particularly if you buy a quartz worktop in a solid colour.

Finally, compared to other natural stones such as granite, quartz worktops are not as resistant to heat and so an element of caution is needed when using hot pots or pans in the kitchen.

2016年12月20日星期二

How to Design a Kitchen Island Worktop

Choosing the ideal kitchen island worktop for your kitchen can be a difficult task and there are a number of considerations to take into account when making your decision. In recent years kitchen islands have become increasingly popular for modern day kitchens. They offer a beautiful focal point for your kitchen, as well as a large practical space to prepare, cook, and entertain guests. As well as considering the aesthetic qualities of your
kitchen island, it’s also important to consider how it will function. We will be looking to guide you through some key pointers to help you choose the right kitchen island for your kitchen.

Planning your islands function?

Whether you are an cook, food-tech or tend to use your kitchen spaces as an area to gather the family together or entertain guests on special occasions, a kitchen island can serve multiple purposes. Traditionally the kitchen was an area for preparing food, though in recent years they have become an increasingly popular social area and living space for many homes. With this in mind it is important to consider how your kitchen island will function; would it be an area for preparing food, storing cupboards and appliances, or an additional area to entertain guests? If you are looking to house the dishwasher and other appliances in the kitchen island then the sink, and other assets such as the bin should also be close by. However, if your island is looking to serve more of social purpose then perhaps you might want to consider seating, wine and drinks chillers or breakfast bar options.

Whatever your design, remember to consider the “kitchen work triangle“. This is a concept that is commonly used to map out kitchen layouts. It takes into account the primary areas of focus in the kitchen – the cooker, kitchen sink, and refrigerator. These three points, and the imaginary lines between them are what experts refer to as “the kitchen triangle“.

Consider hight

With any kitchen island its don’t forget to consider height. If are looking to have bar stools then a height of around 36 – 42 inches would be recommended. You may want to consider having the island designed in two levels, with one side set lower in order to aid food preparation and prep work, and the other higher to accommodate for any seating options.

Think about space

A strong focal point for any kitchen is space. Both the open floor area around the island and either side of the island require careful planning to ensure that there is enough space to manoeuvre. If you’re planning on housing your sink in the kitchen island then you would also need to plan for the extra plumbing costs to extend the lines of any water pipes, whereas a smaller Island can be a useful way to incorporate extra seating areas, cupboards or extra storage.

Storage

The amount of storage you may need depends on the rest of your kitchen layout. If you already have ample storage place then you might want to use your island as more of a work and social hub, ideal for preparing food whilst also entertaining guests. However, if you have limited storage space, a kitchen island can also serve as an ideal storage area.

If you are planning to house any kitchen appliances in the island, such as a kitchen sink or dishwasher, then make sure this fits in with other core elements of your kitchen design, and be sure to consider “the kitchen work triangle”. With the Kitchen being one of the busiest areas in the home, serving a multitude of different functions and planning the placement of your kitchen island is crucial.

2016年12月18日星期日

Natural Stone Kitchen Backsplashes

Kitchen backsplashes, are placed on the kitchen wall between the countertops and the wall cabinets, protecting the walls from staining, especially in the zones close to your sink and stove, the places where you cook, clean, and prepare food.

Although the 4-inch natural stone backsplash has been a standard in countertop installations for many years, there's another eye-catching option to consider a full-height natural stone backsplash.

Crafted from matching countertop material, a full backsplash is installed all the way up to the wall cabinets (or sometimes even to the ceiling). It can be installed in an identical pattern as the countertop, creating a sleek and seamless look to your kitchen. A full-height backsplash is great for cleaning, too -- no grout lines! It's extremely durable, as it possesses the same qualities as your natural stone countertop.

Not only can a full-height backsplash act as a compliment to a stunning granite countertop pattern, it’s also a practical barrier to protect your kitchen walls. When viewing a backsplash from a real estate standpoint, using granite backsplash to accompany your granite countertops not only adds visual appeal, but adds to the overall value of your home for future resale. This makes it a personal and practical choice in home decoration!

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2016年12月15日星期四

Fresh Kitchen Design Trends

The kitchen trend is seeing a move towards natural materials,monochrome minimalism and patterned backsplashes. Customize these trends in your own kitchen with natural stone countertops, and a few other tips to update your kitchen to feel more fresh and inviting.

Natural Materials for Walls
Natural tones and materials are big across all interior design hemispheres, including kitchens. An accent wall in stone or brick will add a rustic feel, and if done right, will look terrific for time to come. Current kitchens can be ripped apart to expose old natural beams, which look fantastic with stain or beeswax. New builds and designs can build beams and tongue and groove into the walls and ceiling, which are absolutely worth the finish it gives.

Black Countertops
When going natural black for countertops, use black granite or quartz. Whether left glossy, or given a dull matte finish, this is a popular trend to use best when in contrast with a cool white interior.

Monochrome Basics
The monochrome trend has been around for some time, but this basic look is has been revamped. To avoid a cold uninviting kitchen experience, add some natural wood accessories, which will do wonders to the aura of the room. For a backsplash solid slabs of marble, strips of glass or other solid wall coverings pull the look together.

Interesting & Colorful Backsplashes
Kitchens are yearning for a spark of excitement and edge, which is why interesting and colorful backsplashes are popular. Look for tiles with interesting patterns, colorful splashes or exotic designs. To complete the look, keep the rest of the kitchen minimalistic.

Bold Lighting
Hidden spots under cupboards have been the prevailing trend in kitchens for the past 5 years, however now we are seeing a move back to exposed lighting. Look for light fixtures, which are showpieces in themselves. If you have a monochrome minimalistic design, go with a modern pendant light. If you have a traditional kitchen with lots of natural tones, use a more traditional brass light fixture.

Open Shelving
Kitchen cabinets will always be useful in all kitchens, but now we’re seeing a trend towards open shelving. Why hide away those eye catching kitchen accessories and crockery behind closed doors? These pieces have design and appeal too! Now people want to show off not only their fancy kitchen, but also everything else in the kitchen.

Warmer Metal Fixings
Lately there has been a shift toward warmer metal tones such as brass and copper, edging away from the brash, stainless steel and chrome colder metals. Iron and similar tones are making a come back, very much learning towards the timeless traditional. Copper accessories, utensils and bold outlandish copper kitchen hoods also make a bold statement.

Compact Corner Sinks
Small, compact corner sinks make an ideal solution for small kitchens. Most kitchens don’t utilize the corner for anything more than a countertop or alliance, so this fresh little number is making a triumphant entrance into kitchen design.

2016年12月13日星期二

Marble-a popular flooring materials

Marble is one of the oldest types of flooring materials. But it remains just as popular today as it did hundreds or even thousands of years ago.Part of the reason for that is because marble’s luxurious appearance never goes out of style. It’s also highly durable, easy to keep clean, and goes with practically any type of decor.

Here are five other amazing facts about marble that may surprise you.

Found in Famous Structures

Marble is featured in many of the world’s most famous structures, including India’s Taj Mahal, the Duomo Cathedral in Florence, Italy, and the Washington Monument and U.S. Supreme Court Building, in Washington, D.C., to name a few.

Most Marble Made of Limestone

Marble is hard, but the material most marble is made from, limestone, is actually soft — for a type of stone, at least.

Limestone is a type of rock that is naturally formed and comes in a wide variety of colors. It is made into marble by a process that involves intense heat and pressure.

Impurities Create Great Colors

The streaks and colors found in marble are actually caused by impurities in the stone. These can include sand, silt, clay, and iron oxides.

Different colors are caused by different types of impurities. For example, green in marble is usually a sign of high magnesium levels in the limestone before it was transformed into marble.

Marble Is Naturally Hypoallergenic

People with severe allergies can benefit from having marble floors in their home. Marble won’t absorb dust, hair, dirt and other materials that can make you sneeze.

Marble Is Easy to Maintain and Keep Clean

Many homeowners are surprised by how easy it is to clean and maintain marble floors. When polished properly, marble is very difficult to scratch or stain.That’s one of the reasons marble is such a popular flooring material in high-traffic buildings, such as libraries, schools and government offices.

2016年12月11日星期日

Marble backsplash tile makes bathroom and kitchen look marvelous

Marble is preferred for almost all the places in the house. On the floor, wall, countertops and backsplashes marble is preferred. This stone was preferred by people in the past and present too. The looks of the place become elegant when these tiles are installed. It is a natural waterproof stone. Installation is very easy with mortar or adhesive. Bathrooms and kitchen look marvelous with the marble backsplash tile. If more protection for the surface is necessary it is better to apply sealant. A mild soap with a scrub is enough to maintain the surface of the tile. Strong chemicals should not be used for cleaning the surface

If any strong chemical gets into the surface then the stain remains. It is better to clean any stain immediately as it may get absorbed into the tile. The look of the bathroom changes completely when the marble backsplash tile is installed. The whole bathroom looks splendid and bright. The surface of the marble reflects light to make the bathroom look brighter. Marble comes in light colors which give a cleaner feeling in the bathroom. Maintenance is also important as the tile is light colored the dirt is clearly seen if not cleaned.

2016年12月8日星期四

3 Amazing Benefits of Marble Countertops

If you are considering rehabbing or updating your kitchen, one of the best choices you can make is to add marble countertops.That’s because marble countertops not only improve the look and feel of your kitchen — and, by extension, your entire home — but they also increase the resale value when it’s time for you to sell you existing house or condo and move to a new place.

There are many other benefits to adding marble countertops to your kitchen. Here are four of them.

1, Classic Beauty that Never Goes Out of Style

Marble has a look, tone, and texture that never goes out of style. Marble countertops that were installed decades ago are just as functional, just as beautiful, and just as valuable today as they were the day they were put in.

It’s simple: Marble never goes out of style. So when you include marble countertops in your kitchen design, you can ensure your home will always be up to date.

2, Heat Resistant

A benefit of marble that the cooks in your family will appreciate is its heat resistance. Unlike other countertop materials, you can put hot pans and pots on marble surfaces and not have to worry as much about staining or damaging your countertops.

For the home baker, marble has the advantage of being naturally cool. It won’t conduct heat as efficiently as other materials, allowing baked products to be cooled directly on its surface.

3, Easier to Shape

Marble is a softer stone than many other countertop materials. So its overall workability is better — especially if you are thinking about using custom edges or other unique fabrication.

2016年12月6日星期二

7 Main Reasons Quartz Countertops are Conquering Your Kitchens

Granite’s beauty and durability have made it a top choice in kitchen design for years, however quartz counter tops, a relative newcomer, are now taking the American market by storm. Why are home buyers, contractors and renovators, and even designers migrating over to this manmade countertop option?7 Main Reasons Quartz Countertops are Conquering Kitchens:
1,A match made in heaven.
Quartz countertops offer a wider variety of colors and looks, from those that mimic granite and other natural stones to designs that are more uniform in appearance – all of which can be easily color-matched to your design scheme.
2,No pain from stains.
Quartz countertops easily ward off stains such as juice, wine, and other oily and acidic substances that can effect granite if left to sit for too long. White counters – game on!
3,No fuss, no muss care.
Like granite, quartz’s non-porous surface is mold, mildew, and bacteria resistant, requiring only a soap and water wash.
4,The ability to go big in your home.
In keeping with today’s large kitchen island trend, oversized quartz slabs are far easier to come by than larger single pieces of natural granite, making the task of tackling expansive countertops far simpler – and less expensive. Seaming slabs together is also much easier, courtesy of quartz’s color matching capabilities.
5,Heat and scratch resistance.
Though quartz is not compatible with direct sunlight exposure, both countertop options offer similar levels of heat and scratch resistance.
6,Budget friendliness.
While lower grades of granite can be less expensive than quartz, when it comes to exotic granite slabs and other premium natural stones such as marble, quartz countertops typically offer more bang for the buck.
7,Mother Earth-approved.
Though quartz is manmade, it is Greenguard approved and can offer a more environmentally friendly alternative than granite, especially when compared to quarried stones which have been transported from far-off regions rather than nearby locales.

2016年12月4日星期日

Guide to Choosing the Perfect Floor for Your Home

Choosing the perfect flooring for your house can be challenging, especially when you’re not sure about the material that suit your requirements the best. To come to a decision, you need to know about the pros and cons of using a particular material for your floors. You can select the type of floors you need, depending on the usage of the room. You may also want to keep in mind the overall aesthetics of your home. The floors should match the theme that you have set for all your rooms.

Materials that are popular

Stone floors are a favorite since they are sturdy as well as stylish. They are cool and comfortable to walk on, making them a good choice especially for warmer locations. Since they are natural, they have their own unique colors and patterns.

Granite is one of the hardest stones that can be used for floors. It has a natural shine to it and is very resilient. However, it tends to be rather cold, which may not be suited for a cooler climate. The right marble can make your home look stunning with its polish and attractive patterns. It is a little softer when compared to granite due its porosity, which is why it can get easily scratched. Slate is another tough material, and tends to have a darker hue. Limestone is a hardened, calciferous stone, and often looks like wood, making it a trendy choice.

Ceramic tiles and vinyl tiles are also widely used because of their huge variety of colors. However, they may not be as resistant to cracking and staining.

Choosing material according to the room

Depending on the room, you can decide how strong a material you’ll need for your floors. If it’s a room that will be used by a lot of people, you could use something like slate or granite. Bathrooms are a place where you would want to use something that can absorb moisture, and limestone is one of the best choices. Marble too, is popular when it comes to bathroom floors.
Ceramic floors are good for rooms where you entertain guests. Due to the availability of a variety of shades and colors, they can be easily blended in with the theme of the room. However, care should be taken to select those which offer more durability.
The kitchen is yet another room where durability is the most important aspect. Granite and linoleum are good choices. They are easy to clean if spilled on, and require less maintenance. A lot of people also opt for hardwood floor, but the material needs to be given a proper finish to avoid any possible damage caused by moisture.

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