In addition to comprehensive performance testing, our design experts weigh in on aesthetics, for example, evaluating the patterns and color depth of different materials. The team also keep tabs on the countertop market by attending trade shows and industry events, including the Kitchen & Bath Indust...
Here, we’ll take a look at seven popular types of countertop materials: natural stone, solid-surfaces, engineered stone, concrete, plastic laminate, ceramic tile, and wood. There’s no one countertop that’s ideal for every home, so the best material for your kitchen will depend on sev...
Kitchens with a breakfast bar offer a perfect combination of functionality and style. An element capable of transforming the aesthetics of this room.
The popularity of quartz countertops has seen a huge increase in the past few years. Beautiful, durable, and easy to care for, it’s no wonder why quartz is among the most popular countertop materials available. Quartz initially was hard to come by, but now it is used in most kitchens i...
Wall-mounted faucets, as the name suggests, are installed directly into the wall above the sink. This type of faucet is a space-saving option because it eliminates the need for a deck or countertop to mount the faucet. This can be particularly advantageous in smaller kitchens where every inch...
Belfast sinks are installed similarly to undermount sinks, but are positioned right at the front of the countertop. This means the front panel of the sink is on display for a timeless, farmhouse style. Belfast sinks are made of ceramic and are most commonly white so they will suit any kitc...
Beautiful, bare expanses of polished countertop are accented with pops of color to emphasize high-quality materials and artistry. The lack of countertop decorating lets kitchen dwellers take in the full beauty and quality of the pieces that define and comprise the kitchen’s base aesthetic. ...
Kitchens are typically packed in one of six different configurations. You have a sink or two integrated into thecountertops, as well as a dishwasher and oven hidden beneath. If you are hesitant or unable to bend to load an appliance like a washing machine or dishwasher, they can be put on...
directly impacts how many bar stools can fit your space and how comfortable you are sitting in them. ideally, the bar stool leaves enough room between the top of the seat and the bottom of the countertop, bar, or table so you can sit comfortably. need specific sizing tips? read our ...
Thus, the rooms come to life and dynamism, breaking the schemes and design routines. For example, the marble effect countertop in kitchens elevates the aesthetics of this space of daily use and in which guests are often invited. At the same time, they can be applied in bathrooms: the marb...