• 3/27/2024 9:05 AM

Are Granite Countertops Man-Made or Natural?

Many of today's countertops contain synthetic materials, but granite countertop slabs are truly a natural stone. Learn the difference between natural and man-made granite.

  • 9/20/2023 11:17 AM

UPDATED: Best Performing Bathroom Countertops

When it comes time to update your bathroom countertops, you may be overwhelmed with all of the options to choose from. Luckily at GMS Werks, our natural stone professionals know the pros and cons of each type of natural stone countertops. Below, we discuss some of the best natural stone countertops that will look good and perform great in your bathroom!

  • 7/5/2023 9:47 AM

Updated: Polished vs. Honed Natural Stone - Which Should You Choose?

Nothing says luxury quite like marble. The good news is you don’t have to be wealthy to enjoy the natural elegance and luxurious aesthetic of natural stone, such as marble. There are various types of marble or other natural stone to choose from to create a timeless look in your home. But don’t think you’re done making decisions once you have chosen the perfect stone for you. There’s still one more choice to make…. The finish. There are various ways to finish natural stone, and two of the more popular finishes are polished or honed. So how do you decide? We have broken down some characteristics of both to help make your decision a little easier.

  • 11/23/2022 12:46 PM

UPDATED: Keep Your Kitchen Clean This Holiday Season

Having guests at your home this holiday season? Use these tips to keep your kitchen clean!

  • 9/14/2022 11:05 AM

UPDATED: Marble vs Granite: Which One Should You Choose?

Marble and granite are two of the most popular choices of natural stone countertops, but which one is better? Here's the pros and cons of both marble and granite!

  • 1/12/2022 12:19 PM

Things You Need To Know About The Most Popular Stone Countertops

Thinking of adding new stone countertops to your home? Here's everything you need to know about the most popular stone countertop materials. 

  • 1/5/2022 11:56 AM

2022 Kitchen Design Trends

A new year calls for new home trends! Check out what kitchen designs experts are predicting to trend in 2022!

  • 12/1/2021 12:25 PM

Things To Avoid Placing On Your Natural Stone Countertops

Natural stone is expensive, so it only make sense to take care of it as much as you can! Here are some things you should always avoid putting on your natural stone countertops!

  • 11/10/2021 11:47 AM

UPDATED: Granite care: polishing and buffing

This is how to properly polish and buffer your Granite countertops! 

  • 9/29/2021 11:00 AM

UPDATED: Choosing The Best Natural Stone: Bathroom Countertops

Learn all about the top natural stone bathroom countertop choices!

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