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Glass Kitchen Counters: Stunning And Beautiful

Thursday, December 31st, 2009
Kitchen Glass Counter
Glass Kitchen Counter

Everyone loves a beautiful kitchen counter, but making the right choice for the perfect counter can be tough. Some of the difficulty lies in determining which color will best complement the décor of the room. For darker rooms, many people like to go with granite or trend stone to give the kitchen a beautiful luster which compliments the dark shades of cabinets, walls, and appliances.

What about lighter kitchens? Sure, a granite countertop or trend stone counter can be good option, but you might also consider a glass kitchen counter. Glass kitchen counters are strong, sleek and have a lovely polish. They will give your lighter kitchen a new radiance and are sure to “wow” your guests every time. Of course, glass counters are easy to install and maintain, so you are certain to enjoy them for years to come.

Click to learn more about the glass we use to make our glass kitchen counters . And don’t forget to  visit our website for a free consultation. We hope that everyone had a wonderful 2009 and we wish you all a happy new year.

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Countertop Tips: Keeping Your Countertop Clean

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

Here at Granite Transformations, we often get questions about maintaining newly installed granite or trend stone countertops. We hear from a lot of people who want to know how best to care for their countertops. One of our clients recently posed a question which I would like to answer here so others who had the same question can benefit. The client asked how he should go about caring for and cleaning his granite countertop.

To maintain the beauty of your countertop, is fortunately quite simple. If you notice a stain or any spills on the countertop such as oil, sauce, or cooking fluid, make sure to clean the surface as soon as possible. All you need to do is dip a soft cloth or sponge in warm water and gently rub the surface of the countertop. Avoid using soaps, alcohols or detergents as these will only damage your countertop and destroy its beautiful luster.

Cleaning your countertop doesn’t have to be difficult! We hope the simple tips provided above will help you maintain your countertop for the years to come. If anyone has further questions, please pass them on and we will gladly answer them here.

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Granite: How Tough Is Granite Really?

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

Granite is a tough material, but how do we measure the hardness of granite, or any substance for that matter? The answer is Mohs scale of hardness which is used to measure mineral hardness based on one mineral’s ability to scratch the surface of other minerals. The minerals are ranked on a scale of 1 to 10; the higher the number, the harder the mineral. The strongest mineral, diamond, is a 10. Minerals that are lower down on the Mohs scale cannot damage higher number minerals. Granite is a composite, made of feldspar and quartz, with a hardness of 6 and 7 respectively. This makes granite a fairly tough material!

Looking at trend stone, we see a mixture of granite and other stones. Why is trend stone so much stronger than regular granite? The stones mixed into trend stone have minerals with a hardness of 8 or higher. As a result, trend stone is stronger, more durable and tougher than traditional granite.

Trend stone can withstand the force of a bowling ball dropped on top of it. Traditional granite will break given such force. This may seem like useless information, unless you bear in mind that scientists have equated the force of a frozen turkey hitting the ground to the force of a bowling ball being dropped on the same surface. Let’s face it, accidents happen – dishes, pots, pans, and food are bound to be dropped on your countertops over the years. So while traditional granite is great, trend stone is a stronger, and much more durable option. Visit one of our counter top specialists to learn more.

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A Quick Quality Check for your Home Improvement Choice

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

While many home improvement product manufacturers and companies tout the eco, pet, and child-friendly nature of their products, it is still important for consumers to do some quick research for themselves to ensure that these products meet acceptable standards of safety and eco-friendliness.

You might start by checking for any certifications relating to environment and health. If a company itself, or its product or service, is certified by a recognized organization, this will likely be highlighted on the company’s website or in other communication forums. So, before purchasing a home improvement product, be sure to do some research to see if the product’s manufacturer, or the product itself, has received any certifications acknowledging its safety and greenness.

At Granite Transformations, we are proud to tell our customers that our company and products have been certified by several renowned organizations, for our commitment to the manufacture of products that are safe and environmentally friendly (more…)

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