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There are two ways to polish granite. Wet materials or dry materials can be used. There is a divide on which method is better, because both methods can work well. Let's look at some of the benefits and downfalls of wet vs dry polishing.

It’s important to understand some components of using natural stone surfaces in your home’s design. Because natural stone is produced by nature, it makes each and every section of your natural stone surfaces unique. No two stones are exactly alike. The uniqueness of all natural stone surfaces has an appeal and character to it that no manufactured materials can attain.

When you go online to look for advice on how to remove food or drink related stains from your natural stone surfaces, you’ll likely find more than two million websites offering advice, tips, and numerous methods to handle this household situation.

Natural stone backsplashes serve an important purpose, to protect walls from water and cooking splashes! They also serve a design purpose as well. Natural stone backsplashes complement other elements in the kitchen, such as countertops and cabinets.

Granite slabs is one of the oldest stones, and has been used as a building material since ancient times. It’s one of the most durable natural stones around and will far outlast the building in which it’s installed. Making it a very popular choice construction projects all over the world.

Trying to figure out what type of tile to install in a bathroom can be challenging, but if you love to surround yourself in natural elements then a natural stone bathroom tile is the way to go.

There is a new twist in classic natural stone bathroom design thanks to traditional materials, such as marble and subway tiles. A more sophisticated and updated esthetic is being created by blending natural stones such as, quartz, porcelain, and ceramic tiles. If you desire a luxury natural stone bathroom and have a contemporary, transitional, or modern style then this updated classic design is for you.

Crushed glass countertops are a fairly new trend, but they are quickly becoming a popular choice. They are growing in popularity by homeowners each year because they are environmentally friendly and they have a wow factor in their appearance.

This week we’re highlighting an award winning design created and completed by GMS Werks and the team at Interiors Joan and associates. Almost one year ago we designed a wine room for Mark and Kami Burghardt of Gretna.

There are so many flooring options to choose from when buying a new home or remodeling. One of the biggest trends in 2019 is ditching the carpet and adding tile flooring. Even more popular right now is wood tile flooring. Wood tile flooring resembles the look of natural hardwood flooring, with all the conveniences of porcelain tiles.