Monday, December 29, 2008

Quartz Countertop Material: The likely choice

Quartz countertops

Choosing a countertop material can be quite an adventure. It’s important to have an idea of the look you’d like to go for in mind. That way searching for something will be less hectic.

After much browsing and research on the different countertop materials I concluded that Quartz counter tops will be the best fit for my kitchen. I chose an off white color called Blizzard and it has little silver flecks in it that sparkles. The light colored Quartz countertop material brightens up the space so much and it gives my kitchen a good aesthetic appeal.

Besides that this material looks fantastic, the benefits of Quartz counter tops is the low maintenance required, scratch and scorch proof, does not require resealing and has a variety of color that you can choose from.

If you are in search of a countertop material for your home, be sure to compare all of the different materials available and weight your final decisions based on the price and pros/cons. With my thorough research, I found that Quartz countertop is the best choice and I am fully satisfied with my decision.

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Saturday, November 29, 2008

Dreaming of a new kitchen?

Kitchen remodeling happens to be one of the most common remodeling projects because it brings new life into a home also adds extra value. With this win/win situation consumers dedicate a great deal of time and money to make their rooms elegant, functional and long lasting.

Most consumers look for durability over plain and fragile, the new "want" trend in kitchen remodeling is quartz countertops. The latest and greatest quartz countertop material will enhance the style of your kitchen and make cooking more convenient. Quartz countertops are naturally hard, stain resistant, burn proof, long lasting, and elegant. These are many reasons why quartz counter tops would be an attractive feature in a kitchen.

Quartz countertop material comes in a variety of colors making it easier to put together an elegant decor with personalization. Three top picks for kitchen themes are: Industrial and Modern, Shabby Chic, and contemporary.

Industrial and modern kitchens often entail clean lines, sleek appliances and a darker color palette. Often, the focal points in these kitchens are the appliances and the lighting.

Shabby chic is probably the antithesis of industrial and modern kitchens. These kitchens tend to feel like kitchens from country cottages. Many homeowners have whitewashed cabinets or light colored stained cabinets.

Third is the contemporary kitchen which is in between modern and shabby chic. In this kitchen, warm colors are used to liven up. Cabinetry is often a light colored pine or warm cherry color which makes the kitchen feel vibrant. Quartz counter tops are also popular because of the amount of color options. It also makes the kitchen design look classic.

Mix and match these themes and just remember that you can’t go wrong with a contemporary theme which is a mixture of the popular three. Have fun designing and soon enough your dream kitchen will unveil into reality!

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Friday, October 31, 2008

Quartz Countertops and Jacuzzi Tubs – a way to escape the housing meltdown? Top 5 ways to help your house sell – in a down market



The last three months have been brutal to home values across the Southland. Whether it is Corona or Irvine, all cities have come under increasing pressure, with foreclosures rising and disposable income reducing due to the high energy and food prices.

Yet, in all these dark clouds, there are some silver linings. Finally the gas price spiral seems to be in control, and houses inventory seems to be decelerate. Obviously, there is still a lot of pain before it gets better.

If you are a homeowner looking to sell your house, granted this is not the best of times. But it is also not a time to brood in self pity. Houses are still selling, especially ones with good upkeep. So here are top 5 pointers to help make your home competitive.

  1. Research your neighborhood – which kind of houses sold, at what price, how long it took the houses to sell, was there price reductions etc.
  2. Price competitively. Forget history, the only price that matters is today’s market rate.
  3. Do an analysis of upgrades – how much each costs, whether they help immediately – like quartz countertops to a new garage door.
  4. Pay special attention to bathrooms and kitchens – as they are the lifeblood of homes and attract immediate attention. A kitchen with polished cabinets, quartz countertops and steel microwave and dishwasher attracts positive energy.
  5. Highlight your positives – its important to market effectively. Whether it is zillow.com or realtor.com, please update pictures of that new quartz countertops or the manicured lawn – believe me, it helps.

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Saturday, September 27, 2008

Home Remodeling: What are you doing to “Green” your home?


Eco-friendly renovations is not new, regardless of your position in life it’s obvious that everyone needs to take baby steps to help conserve the environment. Green remodeling for your kitchen and bathroom with quartz countertops companies and energy saving appliances that are eco-friendly not only helps the environment but it can also put money back in your pocket in the long run as well.

Kitchens are one of the most popular rooms remodeled. When remodeling your kitchen quartz countertops, it’s important to select companies that are committed in protecting the environment. Some tips for your kitchen are to choose eco-friendly manufacture’s for your floor, quartz countertops and cabinets. Energy saving appliances is another good start as well as taking advantage of natural light with well-placed windows, sky lights or sun tunnels.

Second to the kitchen, bathrooms are also another top pick in home remodeling. After choosing quartz countertops for your bathroom, look for energy saving lights, toilets with low-flow models and using flow reducers on the shower and sinks so that you’re using less water.

Giving your home a sustainable eco-friendly touch by using green products and choosing green companies when renovating your home will definitely create a beautiful environment without toxic chemicals, reduce harm to the environment, benefit wildlife and conserve natural resources.

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Sunday, September 7, 2008

Quartz Countertops – Is it the dream countertop material?



CaesarStone® is the original quartz surfaces primarily used for kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities.

CaesarStone is 93% crushed quartz, one of nature's hardest minerals. The quartz is combined with high-quality polymer resins and pigments and then compacted under intense vibration, vacuum, and pressure into dense, non-porous slabs. The slabs are post cured, gauged to precise thickness, and polished to an enduring shine.

Although long used for the finest residential countertops, Quartz Countertops is now offered as an attractive and versatile finish for commercial and institutional buildings. Quartz countertops is tough enough for the wear and tear on just about any interior surface, and beautiful enough for every architectural and decorating scheme.

Performance Comparison
In tests of flexural strength, compressive strength, impa
ct strength, water absorption, and freezing compressive strength, CaesarStone Quartz Countertops material came out the clear winner against natural stone countertops.

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Thursday, August 28, 2008

Spice up your space!




Have you dreamed of enhancing the look and functionality of your kitchen? If so, stop dreaming and start planning. There are hundreds of options for countertops and kitchen surfaces. The best way to start is to narrow the scope by deciding which material is the best for your home.

Granite counter top is a great option for kitchen remodeling. Granite is rich in color and gives an elegant polished look which is the reason why homeowners and kitchen remodelers love this counter top material.

Granite counter tops are extremely durable and low maintenance. Second only to diamonds in terms of hardness, granite’s polished surface does not wear, chip, scratch or crack. It is stain resistant and can withstand heat even if a hot pot is placed directly on its surface.

Although this dazzling long-lasting countertop material is a bit pricey, it may be well worth the extra cost!

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Enhance your kitchen with quartz stone counter tops.



Kitchens are considered to be one of the most important rooms in a house. It has been proven that the best way to improve or raise value on a house is to remodel the kitchen. There are four main areas of the kitchen that generally undergo renovation during a kitchen remodel, and countertops are among those four. Replacing your current kitchen countertop materials can improve the appearance of your kitchen and make it more functional.

Quartz countertops would be my first material of choice. Quartz looks just like granite countertops but is a manmade material made from 93 percent natural quartz and seven percent resin. Quartz is resistant to most stains and doesn’t need sealing. Because it's a manmade material, quartz resin is uniform in color and texture from batch to batch. Therefore, the sample you see in stores will look just like the one that shows up in your home.Both quartz and granite make a great countertop material, but if you're looking for something that is absolutely maintenance free, then quartz is something you should consider.

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