Find out how to choose the best countertop material for your kitchen Here’s a look at the pros and cons of some popular countertop materials. Find out how to choose the best countertop material for your kitchen. When choosing a countertop material for a kitchen or bathroom, it’s important to consider a variety of factors […]
Why Boomers Love Stone Countertops
A Blend of Functionality, Beauty and Value Stone countertops, such as granite, marble, and quartz, have become immensely popular across generations, including among Baby Boomers. Here are several reasons why Boomers, in particular, might gravitate towards stone countertops: 1. Durability: Long-Lasting: Boomers are often in a stage of life where they are thinking about long-term […]
Learn how to find a Good kitchen Countertop Installer
Do your homework – Research Qualifications & Experience Recognizing a good kitchen countertop installer from a bad one is crucial for ensuring that your new countertop is installed correctly, efficiently, and lasts for years. ESF recently encounter a competitive countertop installer that left the customer highly dissatisfied and in need of a reputable installer that […]
Accent your New Kitchen with Multiple Stone Countertop Combinations
A recent new home installation by ESF featured both natural and engineered stone products for both the kitchen and living room. The homeowner chose Indian Black Pearl Granite for the island to help accent the kitchen. The countertop perimeter and backsplashes were done in MetroQuartz Luce Lumin. This is an engineered stone. The MQ Luce […]
Kitchen Countertops, Design Trends & Predictions
When it comes to kitchen and bath remodeling, the trends are always changing. If you’re looking to remodel your kitchen or bath here are some great ideas to get you going. Let’s start with the key takeaways from the 2021 U.S. Houzz & Home Also, the 2020 takeaway report is full of additional insight and […]
Waterfall Countertops: Everything You Need to Know
The waterfall countertop trend is strong right now. A waterfall countertop is easily recognizable by the fact that it drops vertically down the sides instead of stopping abruptly at the edge of a cabinet or island. Waterfall kitchen countertops are showstoppers. If you want your kitchen to be unique and impressive, this is a great […]
Your New Remodel or Build Project Takes an Elite Team
Are you planning a remodel or a new build project and feeling overwhelmed with the plentiful choices you have for everything from flooring to paint color to cabinets to countertops? Finding the right team to assist with selection, design, and installation makes all the difference in a successful project. Your new dream kitchen or bathroom […]
Quartz Countertops – Upgrades or new Installs
According to “The Spruce” a premier award-winning design publication quartz countertops are one of the latest and greatest synthetic countertop materials, made popular by brands such as Dupont and Cambria. This material is composed of pulverized waste rock plus resins for hardness and binding. Thus, quartz countertops are not solid slabs of quartz mineral but […]
Benefits of Soapstone Countertops
Soapstone is a metamorphic rock composed of talc, quartz, and various other minerals, created when the subduction of tectonic plates causes a dramatic shift in heat and pressure. Most of the soapstone used today comes from India, China, or Brazil. Soapstone, however, has also been found in the United States, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, France, England, […]