Dekton: Material of the future, now! Dekton is the newest concept in surfacing, described as ultracompact because of the way it is produced and its ability to withstand high temperatures, strong impact and other harsh elements. So what is it exactly? Cosentino, a world leader in quartz surfacing, developed Dekton at the request of designers,…
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What is the Marble Institute of America “MIA”? The MIA is the authoritative source for information on standards of natural stone workmanship and practice, and the suitable application of natural stone products. The MIA is also a leading source for guidance in ethical business practices within the stone industry as well as safety guidelines that…
DetailsTrend: a general direction in which something is developing or changing. There are trends for everything; fashion, entertainment, and even home design. Color trends and the use of color can’t be ignored when it comes to the place we spend majority of our time, our home. Colors can dramatically enhance the emotion of a room,…
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You’ve seen the pictures. You’ve looked at the displays. Your friends, neighbors and relatives have all weighed in with their experiences and opinions. You’ve heard terms like: gauge, undermount, top mount, single bowl or double bowl. Now it is time to decide what is going to work best for you and your lifestyle and what…
DetailsCabinets are a big part of the process when designing new spaces for your home, including the kitchen, bathroom or laundry. It’s easy to think only about aesthetics when you are deciding on the cabinets you’d like, but unique qualities and characteristics of each species of wood such as: patterns, texture, hardness and price, should also be considered.…
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According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association, granite countertops have been losing market share to quartz countertops at an alarming rate. It’s no surprise that quartz is taking over as everyone’s new favorite countertop. You’re probably thinking that it’s too risky to choose a countertop you don’t know much about. So to ease your…
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Granite and quartz are widely popular countertop options for both the kitchen and bathroom, but have you ever wondered how they differ? Here is a quick breakdown of granite and quartz countertops so that you can decide which option is better for you.
At Accent Custom Countertops we love helping homeowners dream of ways to make their bathroom spaces their own. Here are six ways bathrooms are getting an update this year:
Looking for a great present for your wife for Valentine’s Day? This year, focus on her home. We’ve gathered a list of perfect gift ideas that will make the interior of the home shine even more than usual.
Many people experience frustration when rolling out dough on countertops. I myself have been both alarmed and worried by the sticky mess left behind on my counters. Here are a few good tricks for getting a nice, flat dough without ruining your surfaces or causing a giant mess.
