Kitchens are never the same with Granite tiles
11-19-2009
- Granite tiles are widely used as a mark of status and indulgence with their stylish looks. There are a variety of substances, comprising of granite, marble, laminate and wood, used in the construction of these worktops. ..
Recession chips away at granite kitchen tops
09-29-2009
- Not long ago, it was a home-improvement rule seemingly set in stone: a new or upgraded kitchen had to have granite countertops.
The more granite counter space, the better. Real estate agents steered clear of homes witho..
What Are the Edge Options of the Marble or Granite Countertop?..
09-24-2009
- Many people long to have granite countertops for their kitchen and bathroom. In fact, granite countertops have attracted stylish people and have become one of the hottest fashions of today's kitchen & bathroom remode..
New Report Just Published US Countertops Market
09-18-2009
- Demand for countertops is forecast to increase 2.4 percent annually to 760 million square feet in 2013. Demand growth will accelerate from the pace of the 2003-2008 period, as a rebound in housing construction from the d..
Workers who make your granite countertops may be exposed to da..
09-11-2009
- The last time I wrote about radiation from granite kitchen countertops, the comments and e-mails flowed in for weeks.
Some people thought the finding was absurd, insisting there was really no risk to health. Others said..
5 Commanding kitchen countertops
09-02-2009
- There are so many fantastic counter top materials to choose from for a kitchen but deciding which option best suits your individual needs can be a difficult decision. Granite, stainless steel, quartz, butcher block, or m..
Granite countertop cutters at risk of deadly radiation exposur..
08-27-2009
- Craftsmen who cut granite for kitchen countertops can be at risk of radiation exposure thousands of times above the federal safety limit, according to new research.
The danger results from inhaling the airborne granite ..
Can granite countertops cause respiratory ailments?
07-27-2009
- Homeowners regularly ask if their granite countertops are the cause of their asthma, allergies, bronchitis, sinus infections, or pneumonia. The answer is an unequivocal, "NO". Granite countertops do not cause respiratory..
Go green with eco-friendly countertops
07-02-2009
- The term "green" has been around for a while, and is still evolving. As we look for products that are sustainable, or easy to replenish such as engineered stone and recycled glass there is additional interest in where it..