Blog Tag: countertops

Over the next couple of weeks, we are going to give you some tips and tricks for a successful home remodel. This week on the blog are tips for a successful kitchen remodel. The trends for kitchens have been changing a lot over recent years and they seem to be getting a little bit fancier and more high tech, but the experts have come up with some ways to make the process easier on you and your family.

Cosentino released their new Dekton Industrial Series, which launched in September 2017. Rafael Nadal, the number-one internationally ranked tennis player and Dekton spokesperson, made an appearance at the event to unveil the new collection. Nadal has been the brand ambassador since 2014.

We are continuing our blog series on choosing the best natural stone for different aspects of natural stone for your home. This week up on the blog, we are talking office or retail space. Whether you are in the planning stages of your office/retail space or you are looking to give your space a facelift, natural stone is the way to go.

Medallion tiles are intricate in their own nature. These tiles are made to be a focal point in each room they are added to. They are the perfect way to add that “wow” factor without being too over the top.

When choosing a surfacing material for your residential or commercial need, it can often feel overwhelming due to the many options available to you in the marketplace. In an effort to help alleviate some of this stress, we thought we’d take on some of that burden by doing the research for you. We’ve been carrying out this task by choosing a different surfacing material each week and explaining in depth what the specific material is, how it’s made, its associated benefits, where it’s best used, and overall why we think it’d be a good option for you. This week our material of choice is Silestone - a surfacing material that is made by combining some of the hardest and more resilient materials in the world. Much like the previous weeks, we’ll again explain more clearly exactly what Silestone is, how it’s made, the advantages that come along with using it, where we see it to be best used, and overall why we think it’d be smart for you to utilize Silestone for whatever your surfacing need. Read below to find out more about Silestone!

In addition to the work that we’re doing with M’s Pub, GMS Werks has recently done some stonework for three Omaha hot spots in the Dundee neighborhood, Pitch Pizzeria, Jambo Cat, and Mark’s Bistro.

Like the saying goes, go big or go home… Well, natural stone is doing both. Natural stone is becoming a bold choice in home design. It’s being used indoors on vertical surfaces, particularly with natural stone slabs as a high end statement piece. And with the vast number of choices in the world of natural stone, you’ll be sure to find the right stone for your design plan.

The 2017 color trend predictions are in and they are and attentions grabbing selection of colors. Deep purple (Shadow), greenery, and taupe (Poised Taupe) are this years color trend according to Sherwin Williams, Pantone, and Benjamin Moore. The colors are contrasting, which is making homeowners curious about how to integrate them into their designs. It will be interesting to see how this year's color trend impacts the use of natural stone for homeowners and businesses.

What adds a seasoned elegance and class to a home or commercial building better than marble? Not much in our opinion. There’s just something about the unique character of marble that is captivating. However, it can be challenging to determine if you are looking at natural marble, man-made marble, or granite.

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