Choosing a Kitchen Sink- What to Consider
Designing a new kitchen or finishing up a remodel takes months, as many of you know. You have most likely spent hours and hours designing, organizing, shopping, and finalizing all of the details. A lot of this time was probably spent focusing on the countertops. For...
Quartzite and Granite: What’s the Difference?
Distinguishing between the different types of stone for countertops can be confusing if you do not have any geologic knowledge. Granite is an igneous rock that is found deep in the earth’s crust which provides a base for many sedimentary stone combinations. Quartzite...
Leathered Granite
Most of us are familiar with the shiny smooth surface of polished granite. However, granite is also available in a leathered finish. What exactly is this type of finish? Leathered granite is not glossy and polished and has relatively no shine to it at all. The...
Granite from Brazil | A Journey Through History – Updated 8.27.18
Granite is a natural stone that results from volcanic magma flowing, cooling, and sitting for millions of years. During this sedentary period, the magma combines with feldspar, mica, and quartz. After these minerals become completely enmeshed with each other, a hard...
Ideas for Granite in the Kitchen | Get Creative! – Updated 8.28.18
Using granite in the kitchen has staying power with its growing popularity and versatility. It is currently one of the top design trends chosen by homeowners, home builders, and designers. Because of the everlasting beauty, durability, and longevity- if you ever...
Granite in Denver | Denver’s Millionaire’s Row – Updated 8.27.18
Millionaire’s Row Located in the heart of the city, Capitol Hill is surrounded by the Colorado State Capitol, Civic Center Park, Denver’s Central Business District, and the historical residential street – Millionaire’s Row. Millionaire’s Row was once the home of many...
Granite in Denver | The Stanley Hotel – Updated 8.27.18
Thousands of people visit Estes Park, Colorado every year. At the base of Rocky Mountain National Park- this town has a lot to offer. Visitors can hike trails, fish, hunt, snowshoe, and much more. When the famed F.O. Stanley (Owner and creator of the Stanley Steamer)...
Denver’s Flying Saucer House | Granite Countertops in Denver – Updated 8.28.18
Granite countertops in Denver are a popular style! Most Coloradan’s are familiar with the famous “Flying Saucer” house that towers over I-70 heading West to the mountains. It is nestled in the Genesee Mountains at 2,400 feet. It has spectacular views that overlook the...
Historical Buildings Using Granite Countertops in Denver – Updated 8.31.18
Designed and created with beautiful granite flooring and granite countertops in Denver, the Downtown Historic District is a special spot that brings a lot of character to the city of Denver. The Downtown Historic District is made up of 43 buildings that have some...
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