Posts by Kate Dillenburg

Kitchen remodels often give you the most bang for your buck. Because kitchens are the gathering places in homes, they are often the most important factor for buyers. If you have decided to do a kitchen remodel, whether you plan to sell your home or not, you are probably considering what type of countertops to…

In 1967 a technician at Dupont invented a new mixture that was later named Corian. The solid blend was perfect for countertops because it was made from two parts of crushed minerals and one part acrylic resin PMMA. The resulting homogeneous product resulted in a beautiful material that was hard, non-porous and heat resistant. Custom…

Whether you’re planning an entire kitchen remodel or just want to update your countertops, quartz is a great option that’s worth your consideration. There are numerous benefits of choosing quartz countertops for your home kitchen. Before you default to granite, marble, or laminate, keep these five perks in mind to help you make the right…

If you are considering a kitchen remodel, you need to find the right countertop surface that looks great and lasts a long time. Corian countertops are a popular kitchen surface choice many homeowners love. DuPont started manufacturing Corian 30 years ago as a durable kitchen surface that looked similar to stone. Here are some benefits…

Traditional methods of countertop fabrication are being replaced by many forward-thinking shops using digital fabrication tools. Traditional methods are a great solution to replacing your countertops and the techniques are well honed and produce a beautiful result. But digital templating also produces a superior result in less time and more conveniently. But what exactly is…

Designing the perfect kitchen countertop can be tricky as the countertop must be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Your countertops must have enough surface space to accommodate your appliances, food prep and a host of other things while complimenting the overall style of your home. That’s a big task, if you think about it! Fortunately,…

The world of countertop materials and countertop design is a fascinating one, indeed. Homeowners and commercial businesses have a wealth of exciting choices when it comes to putting in countertops in kitchens, bathrooms and other areas. Some of the materials and designs are quite beautiful. The quality of the materials is also notable. Engineered stone…

One of the most exciting aspects of designing a new kitchen is choosing your new countertops. Countertops are one of the most prominent features of any kitchen, making the decision all the more crucial. However, there are dozens of materials and designs to choose, which can make choosing new countertops a bit overwhelming. Should you…

If you’re looking to brighten your kitchen and really make it your own, you need to look at what countertop fabrication can deliver for your project. Not only do custom-fabricated countertops come in practically any material you want, including premium stone options like granite, they can also be made to suit a kitchen with any…

There is much to be considered with the granite countertop fabrication process. With traditional granite countertop installations, exhaustive measurements are taken and a mockup is carefully crafted to ensure that the finished product has a superior fit and appearance. The digital templating process uses a laser scan to take highly accurate measurements and also produces…