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Bathroom Trends

by | Nov 20, 2018 | Uncategorized

The master bathroom “sanctuary” is trending!  We are seeing more homes designed with his and her bathrooms as well as his and her bathroom spaces, both having the luxuries that make your master bathroom a retreat. Cabinet towers sitting on the countertops offer a separation between his and her spaces.  They can be designed with drawers and doors or even open shelving for your towels or decorative items. Creative storage solutions for blow dryers and other small bathroom appliances accentuate the need for functional and convenient storage solutions.  Built in charging stations are becoming a need for most homes. The bathroom is an excellent option as it keeps device lights out of your sleeping area – function and design.  It doesn’t get better than you master bathroom retreat. Rev-A-Shelf offers adjustable shelves and bins perfect for curling irons and hair...

Quartz vs Soapstone

by | May 2, 2018 | Uncategorized

Quartz vs. Soapstone countertops Quartz leads the race in countertop materials. As kitchen designs evolve, brands like Silestone, Caesarstone, and Cambria, open options to clients seeking their personal imprint.  Alternatively, Soapstone provides an option for natural material. Granite and marble may be receding, but they aren’t dead.  But Quartz and Soapstone have distinct characteristics and advantages that suit our clients’ changing needs. The best fit is determined by what’s most important to them. Quartz and soapstone enhance ease of use The term ‘sealant’ evokes the idea of chemicals. The non-porous surfaces of both Quartz and Soapstone appeal to clients as less work and environmentally friendly. Other advantages to non-porous surfaces are: Stain resistance. Scratch resistance. Heat resistance. Resistant to bacteria. Bacterial resistance can be a huge selling point for clients with kids and grandkids. Capturing the right kitchen design and usage When color is critical, Quartz offers more options to blend or contrast with the neutral paint shades that are currently so popular. Manufactured materials have the added advantage of uniform appearance that allows pieces to butt up to each other to make seams almost invisible. On the other hand, soapstone appeals to those who value the natural look. It can be quarried in the US, but Brazilian soapstone has the same type of veining as marble. Coming from nature limits the color choices and it’s best for those desiring gray to black surfaces. Although not required, rubbing soapstone with mineral oil darkens the color. This is definitely not the choice for a colorful kitchen and requires working with one slab per countertop to maintain its uniform appearance. The...