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Hartford Mayor Accepts Bribes; New Countertops for Everyone!

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010

If you’re a city contractor in Hartford, Connecticut you better charge full price for countertops you install or you might have to pay with your freedom. Recently, Hartford city contractor Carlos Costa was brought in to court to take the stand regarding bribery charges leveled against Mayor Eddie A. Perez. The topic at hand was Costa offering free and discounted services to several council members and the Mayor himself.

Under-the-table deals with countertops involved.

Under-the-table deals with countertops involved.

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Engineered Granite vs. Slabs: How They Stack Up

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010

When you’re purchasing granite for your home, whether it be for your countertops, fireplace, floors, or anywhere else you can find a place for it; do you really know the granite you’re using? Where did it come from? How does it compare to other varieties of granite? Basically, is this the granite for me? Well, I think I can shed a bit of light on what you’re buying. Many people choose to install granite as a solid slab, which requires full replacement and construction. Others, like those who come to Granite Transformations for their granite fixtures, select engineered granite that not only doesn’t require a full demolition, but has technical advantages over the standard, mid-range granite.

I bet your granite couldn't withstand a chop from this man.

I bet your granite couldn't withstand a chop from this man.

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There’s No Such Thing as Diamond Countertops

Friday, April 9th, 2010
That hot apple pie is no match for the power of granite.

That hot apple pie is no match for the power of granite.

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