Onslow Stoneworks INC.

It is time to select the surface for your new Morehead City kitchen. You can picture what your new countertops will look like, but you are hesitant to make a choice because you have heard some bad things about both quartz and granite--which remain the most popular options for North Carolina homes. The good news is that most of those myths are false, and you can use the stone that captures your interest with confidence. Let's bust a few misconceptions. Granite Will Stain and Quartz Will Not A good seal prevents stains for both types of stone. When you maintain the sealant on your quartz or granite countertops, most spills will wipe right up. Applying the seal takes just an hour once a year, followed by letting it cure overnight. Both counters offer easy care. Granite Countertops are Easily Scratched Granite is a rock. Think how hard it is to chisel a name into a stone. Daily use of your granite counters will leave no scratches on its durable surface. But like any polished surf...

Are you renovating your Morehead City beach house, or perhaps dressing up the family home for retirement? When updating your kitchen, what will your new countertops look like? You know that you want granite or perhaps quartz, but what else do you need to think about? A Single or Contrasting Colors for Back Counters and the Island When opening up a mid-century home, you may have a massive open-concept kitchen in mind. If you opt for granite countertops in a single color, it does a great job of unifying the space. But if you think that might be too much white, you may want to opt for a dark gray back counter with a lighter island countertop to help define workspaces. Pairing Countertop Edges that Complement Your Cabinetry Did you know that you can select the edges to go with your custom quartz countertops? The shape of the edge can be formed to echo the panels in your traditional cabinetry or use a simple miter to emphasize the Shaker style that you chose. A counter-to-floor water...