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Can slate be used as a countertop surface?

Share/Bookmark I have been asked this question on many occasions – the answer is a resounding YES!! Slate is very popular for backsplash applications but many people do not know that slate is hard and...

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Stone Tile Countertops

Share/BookmarkYesterday my colleague Gratian wrote a post about different types of countertops. One of the items he mentions is a question I get a lot so I thought, in case you guys aren’t checking out...

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Using Slate Tile as a countertop surface.

Share/Bookmark My colleague, Marc McPherson, has just written a post regarding using tiles as a countertop surface. This is well worth checking out. There are a couple of great links with loads of...

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Book: Setting Tile by Michael Byrne

Share/Bookmark “A beautiful tile job can make a room. And now with the help of this book and new, readily available materials, you can design and install your own tile floors, walls, countertops and...

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Choosing Colors: Countertops, Floors, Doors, & More

Share/BookmarkTrying to create a space which is stylish, but also timeless, can be a tricky matter. Everyone needs a place to start. And what better place than choosing the right colors for your...

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Planning An Outdoor Kitchen

Share/BookmarkHaving all the necessary items in place to begin entertaining outside can be a large task. When entertaining outside you need to consider how you will be doing that, what kind of...

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Inspiring Countertops Make Your Kitchen Shine

Countertops are a necessity for the kitchen, but nobody ever said they had to be boring. Kitchen countertops can be functional as well as lovely, hardy and strong as well as inspiring. Though it can be...

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It’s Back To DIY School, Part 1: How To Start Your Kitchen Renovation

The kids have gone back to school, and now you can too – now that the house is empty, it’s time to brush up on those DIY skills to renovate your kitchen in style. Get your pen and paper. It’s Back to...

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It’s Back to DIY School, Part 2: The Installation Processes

You’ve selected your products for your kitchen makeover – now it’s time to get down to business with the installation!  The kids are back to school, and you are too! In part one of this series, we...

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21st Century Countertops Beyond Granite: An Infographic

Granite countertops are the cat’s pajamas to a lot of people. But, in the 21st century, there are many viable options for kitchen surfaces. Here are a few. *** Countertops are a big selling feature...

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Renovation Projects to Plan This Winter

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe idea of renovating your home when the temperatures are below zero outside might not seem so appealing. Even if you live in a more moderate climate, you might be thinking more...

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