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Laying a seamless travertine tile floor (ie without grout) is a skill you can easily develop. It only takes a little knowledge, a few tools, patience, and diligence to complete this job successfully.

There is no need to be intimidated by this type of project. After all, if the ancient Romans and Greeks could do it, why couldn’t you?

Other than tiles, only a few things are required to complete this type of home improvement job: a thin-set mortar, notched trowel, level, and soft rubber mallet. The difficulty level of this DIY project is considered medium to moderate; however, that is due to the fact that some tiles may need to be reset to ensure a level plane on the floor.

It’s all in the preparation

Preparation is key for a perfect installation of this type of natural stone. Ninety-nine percent of all successful home improvement jobs begin with proper preparation of the work surface. For any surface, whether it’s a floor, countertop, or wall, level the work area as much as possible before doing anything else. Check your work with a level before any travertine tile installation.

Thinset application on floors – Give it a boost

Working from the center of the room, use the notched edge of the trowel to apply an even coat of thin-set mortar to the surface of the floor, spreading it evenly over the area where the travertine will be installed. Take your time when doing this to avoid gouges and/or air pockets that can cause the tile to sit improperly.

Thinset application on the back of the tiles – Flat Is Beautiful

Now is the time to use the flat side of the trowel to apply a thin layer of thinset to the back of the travertine tile. Make sure it is evenly distributed all over, being careful to cover the edges of the tile.

Apply tile with gentle but firm coaxing

Place the tile in place on the floor, apply pressure and move it back and forth in all directions to form a good bond and remove any unintended trapped air pockets/bubbles.

Then it’s time to place the second tile next to the first, lining up the corners and moving that tile back and forth like you did the first.

Make sure the tiles are the same height. Using a soft rubber mallet, lightly tap the second travertine tile until it butts up against the first. There should be a tight fit with no gaps.

Keep your head level and get a level floor

Put a level on the tile floor to make sure the tiles are flat and flush. If a tile is too low, remove it and add more thinset to the floor. If the opposite is true and the tile is too tall, lift the travertine and remove the excess skim. Either way, there is a remedy for you to get a level floor by keeping a level head and doing what needs to be done to get a perfectly even travertine tile floor.

Waterproof

Selecting a material that is capable of handling the humidity in this room is vital to making sure they last for a long time. If you choose a material that isn’t made to withstand moisture, it can expand and warp, resulting in a room that looks less than new. Bamboo is one of the few materials that can withstand a little bit of moisture for a long period of time without changing in size.

Sustainability

Making sure cabinets are made of a durable material is also key to long-lasting good looks, especially in homes with younger children. Softer woods, like pine, make a beautiful cabinet, but they also tend to dent and scratch easily. Younger kids tend to be a little rougher with everything, and can leave a new bathroom cabinet looking less than new in a matter of weeks.

Harder woods, like oak, are less likely to dent as easily and are more likely to leave a lasting impression on guests. Bamboo is another great choice for cabinets in homes with small children.

Cleaning

Making sure that bamboo cabinets, as well as those made of other materials, stay clean will help make them long-lasting. The cleaning process will often vary depending on the type of material used. For example, a bamboo cabinet can be cleaned with just a cloth and water. Sometimes stronger chemicals can be used on other materials. It’s important to know which cleaning solutions to use and to clean bamboo cabinets as often as necessary for long-lasting good looks.

preventive check

From time to time, homeowners are advised to simply check bamboo cabinets to ensure all hinges are still working properly, all screws are tight, etc. This can make them durable. For example, if the screws on a hinge are loose and the owners don’t know it, they will never be tightened. The hinge can then fall off, causing the door to crash to the floor and damaging the wood. A quick look at the screws and hinges can easily prevent this problem.

Clean up spills immediately

Kitchens and bathrooms are the most common places for spills. Allowing any liquid to sit in a pool in a cabinet can, and will eventually damage the wood. If this happens more than once, it will result in several worn and damaged spots on the wood, and the cabinets will look horrible. They will be long-lasting if homeowners clean up spills as soon as they occur instead of letting them sit until the room is cleaned later in the day.

check weight

Often drawers and shelves have a weight limit. Homeowners should always check the weight limit and make sure not to overstuff shelves or drawers. This will cause the shelves to break or the bottom of the drawer to fall out.

Cabinets have the power to make a home look beautiful and brand new, or the potential to make it look like it’s slowly decaying and in desperate need of a remodel. These simple tips will help every homeowner help keep their home looking great and new for years to come.

Can you cook a great barbecue in your cast iron dutch oven? Absolutely, I have a great recipe for Dutch Oven BBQ Beef Brisket. But why cook brisket in Dutch? Why not just use your smoker grill?

Well, maybe you don’t have a smoker grill that can keep the temperature at 225F. Or maybe you’re camping and still want a good barbecue. Or maybe you love cooking outdoors in your cast iron Dutch oven.

Whatever your reason, the point is that you can make a delicious BBQ beef brisket in your cast iron Dutch oven. The trick is to use a trivet to lift the brisket off the bottom of the hollandaise. This prevents the meat from boiling in its own juices so the meat maintains that good barbecue texture. But, more on this later, let’s get to the recipe.

Barbecued beef brisket recipe

I used a 12-inch camp dutch oven.

Place 7 coals under your Dutchman.

Place 14 coals in the lid of your Dutchman.

This gives you around 300F.

Place your trivet on your hollandaise and preheat.

dry massage

• ¼ cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

1 boneless beef brisket (4 pounds)

You can of course use your own dry rub if you prefer, but I suggest using dark brown sugar. It will caramelize in your brisket and add a nice maple flavor.

To prepare your beef brisket, rub your dry mix on all sides of the brisket. Then place the brisket fat side down on the trivet inside your preheated dutch and cook for about three hours or until done.

At 300F, beef brisket needs to cook for 30 to 45 minutes per pound. When I did this the other day, it took about 45 minutes per pound. You will need to replace the coals about every hour and use a coal fireplace to pre-light the coals.

Which cast iron dutch oven should you use?

Well, we’re cooking outdoors with coals, so you need a camping dutch oven. All camp dutch ovens have a raised tab on the outside edge of the lid. This allows you to place coals on the lid. And most camping dutch ovens have feet on the bottom so you can place hot coals under them.

I used a Bayou Classic 8.5 qt. Cast iron dutch oven. This dutchman has the rimmed lid of the camp dutch oven but no legs. So, I used a chain tripod to suspend the oven over the coals.

Both types of ovens work great, I have both types and use them quite often. But, the Bayou Classic is a more versatile Dutch oven. The flat bottom allows you to cook with it on the stovetop, in the oven, or in a camp stove. And, with a tripod mount, you can cook over coals or a campfire.

The Bayou Classic oven even comes with a fry basket so you can use it as a deep fryer. I have fried a lot of fish and chicken with. But back to the barbecued brisket.

As I mentioned earlier, by using a trivet, you lift the meat above the bottom of the pot. This allows heat to circulate around the brisket, much like a convection oven. The meat cooks evenly and completely and the moisture is trapped inside the oven.

The result is an incredibly moist and tender BBQ brisket. In fact, I think I like brisket hollandaise better than any brisket I’ve ever cooked on the smoker grill. When I cook brisket on the smoker grill, it tends to be drier. But in Dutch, the moisture stays in the meat.

The only thing missing from Dutch Oven BBQ Brisket is smoke. I use liquid smoke, but it’s not the same. I think next time I might try placing a couple of wood chips in the bottom of my oven. Maybe that will give me the right amount of smoke.

Anyway, if you like to cook in your cast iron Dutch oven, try this BBQ Brisket recipe. It really is delicious.

This Stickley furniture review focuses on the L. & JG Stickley Craftsman range of leather furniture. This genuine leather upholstered furniture collection comprises numerous series of chairs, sofas and recliners including ottomans, swivel chairs, recliners, executive chairs and four sectional series including a custom program. Here, we’re aiming for sofas, chairs, and sectionals.

Types of artisan leather

Stickley uses several different types of leather in his Craftsman collection, and you really have to see and feel them to appreciate the differences between them. He can choose between the buttery soft feel of an ‘Aniline’ leather or the toughness and resistance to spills and stains of ‘everyday’ leathers, better suited to families with small children.

Oiled and waxed ‘pull-up’ leathers are useful if you prefer an aged look, while embossed and embossed leathers are available for special effects on ‘accent’ areas of your furniture. You can also achieve an antique look by using ‘hand antique’ leather, which has been artificially aged with a variety of pigments.

Stickley furniture also uses a special type of leather that has been rubbed and brushed to a suede-like finish known as ‘Nubuck’ leather. This is very smooth, but not resistant to stains and marks, so it is often used for display or occasional use only.

Stickley Leather Sofas and Chairs

The firm offers a range of genuine leather sofas and chairs, including its celebrated Santa Fe and Cheyenne series. The former series consists of an easy chair, love seat and a half, and a sofa, while the Cheyenne series offers a sofa, a selection of armchairs and ottomans, and a loveseat. These are magnificent collections in very high quality leather, including optional tooled sides and front arm panels.

The London series in gorgeous red leather (Dillon Garnet) consisted of a chair, 96-inch wide sofa, and ottoman. An important feature of this collection is the sloping back that is deeply buttoned in soft leather, with beautifully designed red leather cushions and solid maple legs. If you have a large living room to furnish, the gorgeous Stickley Bradford sofa is available as a 103-inch-wide four-seater, along with a chair, ottoman, cocktail ottoman, and loveseat. Upholstered in black leather, this is a truly fabulous leather furniture set, made in America, like all Stickley furniture.

Stickley Sectionals

Stickley leather sectionals are available in the 100, 200, 300 and 400 series. These are defined as:

100 Series: This series is defined as a universal series of sectionals for general use. The seat height is 22.5 inches and the depth is 36 inches. Seat cushions and back pillows are 4.65 inches thick. The 100 series is highly customizable, with 12 arm styles, 4 backs, and 7 skirt styles to choose from. You have a wide selection of different sectional components, and you can even choose the width of your sofa by the inch, any width between 65 and 103 inches. This series also offers a sofa bed.

200 Series – Has the same custom options as with the 100 Series, although the frames are 40 inches deep and the seats are 21.5 inches high. This is a more suitable section if you prefer a slightly lower seat but a deeper frame. The cushions and pillows are 6 and 5.5. inches deep respectively. The 200 Series sectional furniture comes with 4 cushions and a kidney cushion with each sofa.

300 Series – This series offers seats lower at 20 inches, with low-profile 38-inch frames. Cushions are 6 inches with 4 inch back pillows. This and the 100 series also come with 2 cushions on the sofas.

400 Series – With 40-inch-deep frames and 21.5-inch seats, the 400-Series is the “motion” option of Stickley leather sectionals with power recliners with infinite-position switches available on either component ( except on the ottomans!). The backs have no clearance so they fit tight against the walls if needed. Static options are available for each part. It is also possible to have any part of a sofa equipped with movement options if you want only one or two of the seats to recline.

Stickley Leather Sectionals: Other Customizations

You can choose between 19 wood finishes and 10 painted finishes for the exposed wood. You can also choose from 9 decorative cushion designs and 7 dome head nail finishes. If you put together all the possible customization combinations, you can choose from over half a million possible unique sections, and that’s just in the 100 series!

This Stickley Furniture review has focused on the Stickley Craftsman Leather range of living room furniture. This company offers a wide range of products and the quality is extremely high, as you would expect from an American furniture company with such a high reputation, where every item is made in America.

When thinking about building your dream kitchen or remodeling an old one, an important factor is the type, finish and color of cabinets you want. You can have custom made kitchen cabinets to meet all your requirements and needs or make other decisions. Ultimately, your budget will decide what you can afford.

There are many options available when it comes to kitchen cabinets, in addition to getting cabinets built specifically for your needs, you can choose semi-custom cabinets. These offer a bit of flexibility compared to custom cabinets as they are not custom built.

Another option is stock cabinets, these are mass produced cabinets found at any home improvement store. They usually come in standard dimensions, which means that if they don’t fit your kitchen space, you’ll have to fix it. It’s also cheaper than custom-built cabinets.

Finally, there are RTA cabinets, which stand for ready to assemble and are perfect for the DIY enthusiast. Individual cabinets come complete with screws and easy to follow instructions. These types of cabinets are cheaper than most and are always in high demand.

Once you know the type of cabinet you want, it’s time to choose a cabinet finish. This can easily be overwhelming as there are so many to choose from; There are conversion finishes such as catalyzed lacquer, pre-catalyzed lacquer, conversion varnish, epoxy finish, moisture-curing polyurethane, two-component polyurethane, polyester finish and ultraviolet curing finish.

There are also other finishes in lacquer, polyurethane, varnish, shellac and water. These can be further broken down based on what properties they have and what you want for your cabinets.

Regardless of your final choice, consider choosing a cabinet based on its impact on the environment. Going green in the kitchen will mean buying flow restrictor faucets that reduce water waste by 40%, reducing heat loss through good insulation and using locally sourced materials to reduce the carbon footprint of your kitchen.

Whether you opt for custom kitchen cabinets, semi-custom cabinets, standard cabinets, or RTA cabinets, a green kitchen is environmentally responsible. You can do this by using wood options like bamboo, which is efficient yet elegant; Better yet, you can use reclaimed wood, which can be stripped, sanded, and recycled into beautiful cabinets for the kitchen of your dreams. In this way you get a beautiful kitchen as well as helping the environment.

What are those infernal insects called? Fruit fly or a more inclusive variety of the larger fly species? He doesn’t really care to know the answer. He is concerned only with his nefarious activities. They’re so small…like microorganisms…only visible…otherwise they’d be very much like the virus that’s been rampaging outside…threatening to break in at any moment…and this fear, this damn fear, which has been keeping him locked away…perhaps for eternity!

You can’t help but be surprised by their prowess: any ripe fruit, or any bit of it, and they’ll materialize out of thin air… swarming around you, noiselessly, but with purpose. Not only that… for that matter, any scraps of anything, anything leftover, from uneaten food scraps left on plates to dark red stains at the bottom of unwashed teacups. .and they will crowd together. Like black dots, they will be immersed in their existential task… you can easily shake them… they will fly as silently as before, but they will come back again, very quickly. Do you want to kill them? No way, you would just waste your time clapping without the celebration.

He looks with disgust at the hordes of them, busy as usual in his stuffy one-room apartment. His abode, he prefers to call it cursed, is particularly prone to his attacks: on the table with the leftovers on the plates, on the teacups on the floor pushed under the cots for action to be taken later, on the basket of fruit even though it’s garnished for the most part by a lone blackened banana, everywhere in the carved wall spot called the kitchen and the floor-level gaping hole below it called the sink.

He smiles hysterically at the thought of having to get out of the stifling environment a few times during the day… a relief? Say oh! Say oh! Say oh! Well, not for any bloody outing or productive activity, just to answer the inevitable calls of nature. And there too! The hellish bugs completely dominate the communal toilets which have been crying red and green due to a lack of dedicated cleaners.

He is also amazed by another basic aspect of his existence, he reflects as he continues to sit on the dirty bunk, leaning against the hard, rough concrete wall.

The seemingly unpleasant attributes of his place of residence had never really been a disturbing thought before… when he worked for a restaurant that was frequented by customers despite the dilapidated building it was housed in, for its good food, and so on. daily activity from early morning until late at night was the norm. The earnings were good. Good advice from belly-rubbing clients more than supplemented his modest monthly salary. And life was good. His wife was taking very good care of his tenement house which he rented for a couple of years after leaving his parents’ house in the slum, and his daughter entered a good school.

The remains… the flies… the visitors… it was all there, but then the invisible flies swarmed in, powerful and overwhelming. Everything changed in a single day… his workplace closed… he was imprisoned in his stuffy house… infested by visible flies.

For a couple of months he continued to collect his salary and with his moderate savings life was not so difficult. But slowly and inevitably, things got worse. He tensed, stiff and irritable, locked up against his will, intolerably hot in the following summer.

He also began to notice ominous changes in his wife’s behavior patterns and mood swings: she seemed to have completely lost interest in cooking her favorite dishes; she was also constantly angry and irritated, pounced on his immobility or whatever he wanted to do as a way of helping, saying nasty things about his wasted manhood, etc.: her only concern that seemed to remain fixed was that her daughter must have children. He continues with his online classes for which he forced him to part with his smartphone that he so desired in his painful confinement.

The suffocation and sadness only increased over the months as the rent on her house went into the pending queue, her small television went without air due to the accumulation of cable charges, and she could no longer order online. your favorite items, from ready-to-use groceries. to cosmetics that were labeled non-essential because of the invisible flies.

Now he has two growing concerns. Could it be that the love that has always been the pillar of his married life has been thrown out the window, forever, and that his beloved wife only hates him now? Would he ever get his livelihood back? He has heard that his restaurant may never reopen, because the municipal authorities are considering demolishing the dilapidated building. Has he lost the whole direction of his life?

He blames himself for at least two things: he never really cared for his wife, always leaving her behind inside that stuffy tenement and never allowing her to do the odd jobs, like the most preferred kitchen maid, and he never even seriously considered his demand for a sewing machine, a job he said he was very skilled at; and he himself, thanks to his now proven false sense of dignity and lifestyle, never wanted to do the jobs that his working brothers in the neighborhood advised him to do.

The hordes settle on the table next to his bed. In a fit of rage, she violently claps her hands on them. The hordes scatter, but now they return to haunt his mouth and her nostrils.

He sits quietly for a minute next to her, thinking about something, a stern look on his face. She suddenly bursts into a whirlwind of activities: she picks up all the unwashed utensils and all the scraps wherever they are, and begins to wash; she takes the broom cleaning all the corners of the tenement; and spray the remains of a bottle of air freshener.

Knocking on the door. She gives a smug look to her room, opens the door, and lies back on the cot, grumpy as usual. Enter his wife and his daughter. His ten-year-old daughter immediately sits on the other cot, focused on her smartphone. His cell phone of hers! she thinks, now not sadly, but proudly… with love.

The somewhat brighter and smiling face of his wife quite surprises him. Closing the door, he places her bag on the table and sits on the floor at her feet. She looks at him and says:

“My mask design is approved by the lady, listen! From tomorrow she is calling me at her house, there she will allow me to work on her sewing machine and I will receive a commission for each mask I make!”

“Congratulations!” he answers in a matter-of-fact tone. “I’ve also decided to visit my brothers tomorrow! We’ll discuss the jobs we can start with. The future is uncertain, you know! We must win and give our daughter and ourselves a better life!”

If she was surprised, now she doesn’t show it. She places her hands on her thighs, places her face there, and cries silently. He places the palm of his right hand on his head and smirks.

The choice of materials for countertops is no longer limited to granite and marble. A variety of resins have begun to appeal to homeowners to make their countertops even more attractive and functional. Epoxy resin and phenolic resin are two great options in this direction due to the many advantages they offer.

In addition to kitchen countertops in homes, these two resins are also popular for installation in laboratories and workplaces. While they offer many common advantages, there are few points of difference between them. The following sections evaluate these advantages and differences.

Advantages of epoxy resin:

Formed through the reaction between epichlorohydrin and bisphenol-A, epoxy resin is a thermosetting polymer widely used as a laminate and adhesive. The first advantage of the resin is that it has waterproofing qualities. Because it is resistant to moisture, it serves as a long-lasting coating for countertops.

In addition, the material is completely resistant to the action of aggressive chemicals. As a result, epoxy is popular in places like laboratories, hospitals, and restaurants. Under harsh working conditions, epoxy resin coated countertops can perform excellently as the material can withstand intense physical forces.

Durability is another great aspect of the material because of the type of structure it has. Going further, they require less maintenance and are easy to clean. Stains and marks can be easily cleaned from the surface. There is no limit to the countertop designs that can be created with epoxy. A unique and admirable design can be obtained by dyeing the material. Sophisticated and attractive countertops coated with epoxy resin are admired by all.

Advantages of phenolic resin:

Phenolic resin is obtained through the reaction between phenol and formaldehyde. One of the earliest synthetic resins known to man, phenolic is just as advantageous as epoxy. It is an aromatic material with great resistance to a variety of chemicals. Due to this quality, chemical laboratories are the most common places where phenolic countertops are found.

Another advantage of the material is that it is resistant to fire. Phenolic resin does not burn, but it has the ability to char. As a result, the material prevents the spread of fire in case of accidental breakage. In addition, the material is heat resistant and can withstand high temperatures.

It is made of phenolic resin has a hygienic appeal. They are easy to clean and require little maintenance. Plus, they can last longer, so they offer great value for money. Durability and design flexibility are other impressive benefits that the material offers.

The advantages offered by the two types of resins are numerous and almost similar. When it comes to comparison, phenolic turns out to be less expensive than epoxy. Phenolic countertops are also lighter and easier to field fabricate.

Despite these minor differences, both types are equally popular. Spend enough time choosing from the variety of designs available.

Unlike country-style interiors, where accessories and accents are ‘layered’ to produce a lovely messy effect, the modern style is based on minimalism. In the absence of objects there is space, and this space itself is a design element. The open spaces automatically draw your attention to the few pieces that are used, from a sleek streamlined chair to a bold swirl of abstract art. Therefore, the furniture, fixtures, and accessories used to define the style should be strong and tied together by color, texture, pattern, or style. Unobstructed, uncluttered, sparse, and efficient, the clean, open look of the modern style would be cold and utilitarian without character and warmth that is infused with color, texture, art, and accessories.

If you wanted to create an interior in a modern style, it would be necessary to include certain defining elements. These are the elements that define the modern style.

o An open floor plan: Gone are the walls that define ‘rooms’ in traditional interiors. Modern interior spaces are open and airy, often divided only by modular furniture, low cabinets, glass bricks, and even movable screen walls.

o Monochrome simplicity: A backdrop to an interior of any style, walls are primarily neutral in a modern setting: grey, white, and shades of brown or tan predominate, while a bold color can be used on a central wall. Wall colors can be echoed on the floor with low-pile carpeting, tile, concrete, or wood, or the floor can offer great contrast: gleaming polished hardwood floors in a deep mahogany stain, for example, can offset the pale dove gray walls.

o Walls of Glass – Glass is essential in modern design, both in furnishings and in simple, unadorned window treatments that allow the outside view to become part of the room. Full walls of glass that open to a view of the mountain, ocean, or city skyline are an important part of the room’s design. If sun protection is needed, minimalist sun blinds are often used so that the view outside is not obstructed. If there isn’t a good view to highlight, one is often created with an indoor waterfall, modern fireplace, or oversized piece of wall art.

o The importance of color in accents: Against this monochrome backdrop, accents take on a crucial role in setting the style and tone of the room. Bold bursts of red, ochre, cerulean blue or fresh-cut green are repeated throughout the space. Style is also set by accents: an abstract painting reminiscent of Jackson Pollock will have a different impact than retro 1930s wall art décor. The colors featured in an abstract painting or metal wall sculpture are they will be found again in cushions, vases, table sculptures or lighting accessories. Because glass, leather, and polished metal are so prevalent, the opposite texture will bring relief; therefore, sisal or coir area rugs, tufted nubby fabrics, and woven baskets or twig arrangements are often used in the mix.

o The importance of lighting: Personality and style are defined by the lighting used to highlight art and accessories and convey the mood. Understated accessories like recessed lighting or halogen lights on dimmer switches create visual excitement over dramatic wall art or soften the space around a dining room. The light beams can even be used to create art through the pattern or design they project onto the wall.

o Furniture: Modular pieces abound, such as leather sofas and chrome stackable tables. Glass tables keep the look open and spacious. Don’t feel limited to black and white. Leather and microsuede in brown, grey, white are other options. Geometric fabric patterns, stripes, dots and swirls can be intermixed within the same color family to create visual excitement and continuity throughout the space.

o Sleek Modern Appliances – From the flat screen HDTV to the industrial edge of the sleek stainless steel kitchen appliances, function and style merge in every room. Clutter is prohibited on the countertops and only those accessories or gadgets that contribute to the style are visible.

It’s been over a month since you installed stunning new stone countertops in your kitchen and master bathroom. They look beautiful and have received compliments from everyone who has seen them, leaving you satisfied with your choice to invest in a higher quality countertop material.

However, now that the “new car” appeal of your countertops has begun to wear off, you realize that they will require regular care and cleaning to keep looking their best. After all, she wants them to stay as beautiful as the day they were installed, prompting compliments from all the guests.

So where do you start with your cleaning? What do you use? How often should you clean?

That all depends on the type of material you have for your countertop. Below is an overview of what to do and what not to do when cleaning your kitchen or bathroom countertops.

granite

Granite countertops have become by far the first choice for countertops, especially in the kitchen. For everyday cleaning, find a good stone cleaner to spray on and wipe down the heavy-use areas of your countertop. This will clean, sanitize, and protect your countertops and give it a nice shine. Similarly, you should use your stone cleaner on the entire surface weekly, including the edges, to condition the granite and maintain its overall shine. Then, every two months, use a topical temporary polish to enhance the shine. Do this consistently four or five times a year and it will make a significant difference in the appearance and cleanliness of your granite.

Quartz

Quartz countertops can be cleaned in a similar way to granite countertops. The stone cleaner that you would use for daily and weekly cleaning of granite is also usually safe for quartz. However, you should not venture outside of those approved products. Because quartz is made with coloring resins and dyes, harsh cleaning chemicals can permanently discolor or whiten the surface.

Marble

Marble countertops are more sensitive than granite and quartz countertops and therefore require a bit more consideration. Many household cleaners will damage marble, as well as travertine, limestone, and onyx. Bleach, vinegar, ammonia, and many name-brand cleaners are too abrasive. Look for a specific marble cleaner for your daily and monthly cleaning; try consulting a countertop supplier for advice on what to buy.

Stone countertops are designed to be a long-lasting and beautiful addition to your home. With regular care and cleaning, you can keep your stone countertops as great as the day you bought them.

When it comes to furnishing a kitchen, there’s probably nothing better than granite countertops. Whether you are shopping for granite countertops in Salisbury MD or anywhere else, you can be sure that the ordeal will be a bit pricey. This is because these countertops have long lasting and durable features. The good news is that there are a few ways that you can save some money when you buy these Salisbury MD countertops.

Colour selection

Like most things, granite countertops that have unique colors tend to be more expensive than those with common colors. For example, brown granite with hints of red and black granite with gold or other metallic colors can be very expensive. Neutral colors are more popular, so they tend to be lower in price. High-quality granite that is beige, light brown, or tan in color is also a bit expensive.

Slab or Tile

The price you pay for your granite countertops also depends on whether it is a slab or a tile. For example, if you choose tiles instead of a single tile for your countertop, you can save a lot of money. Large granite slabs that are cut to order can be very expensive. This is because a countertop surface that has fewer seams is more expensive to install.

imperfections

Granite pieces that have a flawless design are much more expensive compared to granite slabs that have slight imperfections in their designs. If the imperfections are visible, granite will be less expensive. You definitely don’t want to buy granite with large cracks, but irregularities in color or pattern shouldn’t be a problem.

Thickness

The price of granite countertops also depends on its thickness. The thicker you want the countertop, the more you will have to pay. On the other hand, thick countertops that are thick will be less destructible and more durable.

In addition to this, where you shop for granite countertops in Salisbury MD can also make a difference in price. Be sure to purchase these countertops from trusted dealers for a variety of options and a great deal.