Granite
Granite surfaces can be finished in a variety of ways, including polished, honed, or brushed. Each of these options provide their own unique look and texture.
A polished finish is most common due to a few key factors. Polished finishes will give your home an elegant and formal look. This finish is also a great option, especially for kitchens, because it is easier to maintain than other finishes and its shiny appearance brings out the color of the granite.
Honed finishes are gradually becoming more popular for granite countertops. This finish is smooth, but less shiny than polished finishes, and gives your home a more causal and contemporary feel. One drawback of honed finishes is that they are known to show stains more than others. But, as long as you make an effort to clean and care for your countertops, you will enjoy a lifetime of beauty. Certain sealers and treatments will also help keep your honed countertops stain free. As with all granite countertops and finishes, honed countertops are durable and will last a lifetime.
Brushed finishes (also known as antiqued finishes) are created by brushing the granite’s surface to obtain a worn-in look. This finish gives countertops a dramatic and unique finish.
A polished finish is most common due to a few key factors. Polished finishes will give your home an elegant and formal look. This finish is also a great option, especially for kitchens, because it is easier to maintain than other finishes and its shiny appearance brings out the color of the granite.
Honed finishes are gradually becoming more popular for granite countertops. This finish is smooth, but less shiny than polished finishes, and gives your home a more causal and contemporary feel. One drawback of honed finishes is that they are known to show stains more than others. But, as long as you make an effort to clean and care for your countertops, you will enjoy a lifetime of beauty. Certain sealers and treatments will also help keep your honed countertops stain free. As with all granite countertops and finishes, honed countertops are durable and will last a lifetime.
Brushed finishes (also known as antiqued finishes) are created by brushing the granite’s surface to obtain a worn-in look. This finish gives countertops a dramatic and unique finish.
Quartz
For many buyers, the primary benefit of quartz countertops is its natural luster. Quartz has a deep, almost three-dimensional appearance, much like natural stone. Another benefit of Quartz is that it has few, if any, imperfections. The primary ingredient is 93-97% ground quartz, combined with 3-7% polyester resins to bind it, and pigments to give it color. The polyester resin also helps make quartz counters stain and scratch resistant, along with being non-porous, so they never need to be sealed. The progression of this man-made product, is paving the way for new marble colors offered by the quartz industry.
Tile
The natural properties of porcelain & ceramic tiles make them the primary and best flooring choice for areas where liquids, stains, sunlight or sharp objects may be present. These materials are durable and wear extremely well in high-traffic areas and under all conditions - normally, tile won’t chip or crack under normal residential and office conditions.
Tile is also a non-porous, glazed surface, so moisture does not affect it as it cannot absorb water, liquids, smoke, or odors. It won’t stain, mildew, or burn. Therefore, ideal for kitchens and restrooms. Glazed tiles are stain-proof and non-glazed tiles are stain-resistant. The color of tile is permanent and the color last will longer in sunlight than colors in other floorings.
Tile is also a non-porous, glazed surface, so moisture does not affect it as it cannot absorb water, liquids, smoke, or odors. It won’t stain, mildew, or burn. Therefore, ideal for kitchens and restrooms. Glazed tiles are stain-proof and non-glazed tiles are stain-resistant. The color of tile is permanent and the color last will longer in sunlight than colors in other floorings.
Sinks
Because of the variety of stainless steel sink sizes, styles, and finishes, it is easy to find the perfect fit for your kitchen or bathroom. Not only are stainless steel sinks attractive and durable, but many feature styles without rims or seams, providing a modern, sleek appearance that complements popular commercial-style appliances, cabinetry, and counter finishes.
