How To Take Care of Natural Fiber Floor Coverings

How To Take Care of Natural Fiber Floor Coverings

Even though natural fiber rugs and carpets are “natural,” they are made from different materials. While they do have some similarities, they need to be cleaned differently. In this article, you will learn some tips on how to take care...

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Sinks Are Important

Sinks Are Important

Some people view sinks as an afterthought when designing a kitchen or changing out a countertop. Once you pick a sink, if you discover you do not like it, it can very costly and time consuming if not impossible to...

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Staining vs Etching

Staining vs Etching

Two very common discolorations that can happen to natural stone are staining and etching. They are two completely different things, and the restoration processes for each one are different.

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Natural Carpet Fibers

Natural Carpet Fibers

In this article we will explore natural fiber floor covering, including both animal-based materials and the most popular plant-based natural fiber materials.

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What gives granite its shine?

What gives granite its shine?

The mineral mica is found in granite. It is one of the things that gives granite a shimmery shine. Here are a few things you should know about mica.

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Carpets vs Area Rugs

Carpets vs Area Rugs

We tend to use the words carpet and rug interchangeably. Even though they may be made of the same material, they are not necessarily the same thing. Let's take a look at some of the pros and cons of both...

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Are Natural Stone Floors Slippery?

Are Natural Stone Floors Slippery?

This article clears away misconceptions about the slipperiness of natural stone and provides suggestions regarding both new and existing installations.

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Stone and Quartz Backsplash Options

Stone and Quartz Backsplash Options

Get valuable information about the purpose of a backsplash, what could happen if there is no backsplash, and the pros and cons of various backsplash heights.

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Is my countertop quartzite or marble ?

Is my countertop quartzite or marble ?

Quartzite will not etch or scratch. If you have quartzite that is etched and scratched, it may actually be marble. This article explains the difference so that you can tell what countertop material you truly have.

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Will the Sun Fade My Stone Countertops?

Will the Sun Fade My Stone Countertops?

The good news is that natural stone that has faded by sunlight can be repaired. Stone that is not resined can be honed and repolished by a professional restoration company to bring it back to life. If it is resined,...

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