Quartz is a mineral, not a stone. Engineered quartz kitchen countertops are made out of crushed quartz and a resin binder. These materials are then bonded together with high heat and pressure. Also, additional pigments may be added for color. Depending on the manufacturer, color, and edge treatment, engineered quartz countertops can be quite expensive. They can also up the resale value of your … [Read more...]
Natural Stone Kitchen Countertops
Natural stone kitchen countertops can be made out of several different types of stone. Each type has its own unique characteristics. While all natural stone kitchen countertops will need specific maintenance and care, the type of stone depends on how much. The longevity and appearance of the stone countertop depends on long-term care. Granite A common type of igneous rock; granite is … [Read more...]
Solid Surface Countertops
Solid surface countertops are man-made through the combination of acrylics and/or polyester resins with filler material. The filler material is usually mineral dust and pigments. Some of the minerals are marble, bauxite derivative, and aluminium trihydrate (ATH). ATH is a fine material that assists with creating a smooth surface. The ratio of resin to minerals is typically around 33/66 percent. … [Read more...]
Laminate Kitchen Countertops
Laminate kitchen countertops have been around for over fifty years. Throughout that time, their popularity ebbed and flowed. This is because of the development of new countertop surfaces. Laminate kitchen countertops have made a comeback in popularity in recent years due to more advanced manufacturing processes and an increase in stylish designs and appearances. Laminate is also typically the … [Read more...]
Farmhouse Kitchens
Farmhouse kitchens are modeled after the kitchens of rural America. These kitchens are not only spacious and homey, they also have a rustic and homey feel. Color Palette Farmhouse kitchens are typically white or off-white. But, there is no rule written in stone for what colors you can use. If white or off-white is not your style, you can always go with cabinets or walls … [Read more...]
Internal Wall Cabinet Organization
Tired of dealing with your old, unorganized kitchen? Do you want a new kitchen with more storage and organizational options? With this in mind, consider StarMark Cabinetry. This company offers a number of internal organization features for kitchens. Also, StarMark kitchens are designed and custom made to fit your kitchen. These organization features improve the storage capacity in your … [Read more...]
External Wall Cabinet Organization
Tired of dealing with your old, unorganized kitchen? Do you want a new kitchen with more storage and organizational options? StarMark Cabinetry offers a number of external wall cabinet organization features for kitchens. StarMark kitchens are designed and custom made to fit your kitchen. Shakespeare Home Improvement Co. is Lancaster County’s premier kitchen remodeling company. If you are … [Read more...]
Internal Base Cabinet Organization
Tired of dealing with your old, unorganized kitchen? Do you want a new kitchen with more storage and organizational options? StarMark Cabinetry offers a number of internal base cabinet organization features for kitchens. StarMark kitchens are designed and custom-made to fit your kitchen. Examples of Internal Base Cabinet Organization Bar Maid – features a wood bread board, a … [Read more...]
External Base Cabinet Organization
Tired of dealing with your old, unorganized kitchen? Do you want a new kitchen with more storage and organizational options? With this in mind, consider StarMark Cabinetry. This company offers a number of external base cabinet organization features for kitchens. Also, StarMark kitchens are designed and custom made to fit your kitchen. The external base cabinet organization features help improve … [Read more...]
Utility Cabinet Organization
Tired of dealing with your old, unorganized kitchen? Do you want a new kitchen with more storage and organizational options? With this in mind, consider StarMark Cabinetry. This company offers a number of internal and external utility cabinet organization features for kitchens. Also, StarMark kitchens are designed and custom made to fit your kitchen. Examples of Internal … [Read more...]