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Remodeling kitchen..any Advice on Granite Countertops and a Convection Oven??
Read all 14 responses: "We are finally remodeling our kitchen. I am looking at granite countertops...I have heard a lot of good things about granite however ...
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- My sister ripped the granite out of her kitchen because she kept putting hot pots on it - between the cracks and the stains, she said she'd rather use plywood (she rep...
- We have granite counter tops and love them. They can stain if you leave something like juice on them until it dries. As for convection ovens, they do cook faster. I...
- I've heard good things about the engineered quartz products... more durable, easier upkeep, more colors, and more sanitary. Brand names include Cambria, Silestone, an...
Granite Countertops
Read all 5 responses: "Looking for recommendations for a company who installs granite countertops. I'd like to replace my current countertops but don't need ...
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- Hi! I used "Midland Marble and Granite" to replace my old countertops and am very happy. Half was due at the time I signed the contract with the remaining due at ins...
- We used TopMaster...in Kansas City, KS. They were very, very good and we had a lot of countertops to cover. Top Master, Inc. 2844 Roe Lane. Kansas City, KS 66103...
- My husband has a remodeling company and he uses Graniteworks out of Grandview ###-###-####. They do great work and pricing around the best price. I hope they can hel...
Green and Granite
Read all 6 responses: "With all this going green stuff, I feel overwhelmed. What are you mama's cleaning your granite counter tops with?"
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- I don't have granite counters but I have watched a few home improvement shows warning homeowners not to use vinegar. It breaks down the sealant they use.
- Granite is very expensive stuff. Check on the internet and use what's recommended. When Al Gore moves to a shack in the country and stops flying around in a private je...
- I just know I'm so tired of hearing the word green ALL the time, I just use whatever I want to use. If it happens to be a green product, then good, if it's not a green...
New Granite Counters and Stainless Steel Appliances - HELP!
Read all 30 responses: "I am not much of a housekeeper, I guess, b/c I usually use just Windex and 409 to clean most everything. We just built a new house, ...
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- the BEST thing I've found has been Dawn dishsoap and hot water. A little Dawn on a rag with as hot water as you can stand, wipe, and then dry with another rag. Amazing...
- I just use soap and water on mine.... sometimes using bleach wipes to sanitize. we have bought stainless cleaner for the appliances, but I find soap and water does as ...
- Actually A., you aren't asking the important questions. Do you know what is in most cleaning supplies? Do you know what affect they have on your families health and ...
Stainless Steel V. Black Appliances
With a granite countertop, stainless steel will look classier I think. ... The stainless will compliment your black granite, where black appliances will ...
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- I think Stainless Steel is trendy. Go with the black. Good luck!
- I understand what you are saying about the fingerprints--but I really think in the long run you would be happier w/stainless.
- A.,Being in the kitchen design and granite business for many years previous to running a home daycare I can understand your dilema! With black granite and dark wood c...
Corian, Quartz, Granite
Read all 15 responses: "I'm looking for a low maintenance, low fuss, no worry, durable countertop! I'd like to put hot things on it, not worry about ...
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- I asked my husband...a general contractor. His response: "Quartz is expensive, I can check pricing but the last time I quoted quartz it was more money than granit...
- I JUST went thru the same dilemma. I went around and around. In the end I went with granite and I love it! I also love the place I got it and they are in our area. Ch...
- I agree... I think that the quartz is the way to go... It look awesome and holds up wonderfully!
Countertop
You do have to seal the granite, but only once per year or less depending upon ... I love my granite countertop but I like my friend's countertop even more. ...
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- Hi M.. I personally do not have granite but we did just get corian. I believe it is made by Dupont and I love it. I think it's beautiful. The sink is a part of the ...
- Hi M., I went through the same dilemma when putting the upgrades in our brand new townhouse five years ago. Based on my experience, I think there are two thinks you s...
- I love my granite countertop but I like my friend's countertop even more. We have a black granite with browns. My friend has a white with gray and brown. You can't ...
New Appliances in Kitchen
Read all 6 responses: "Hi, We are getting granite countertops and all new appliances and I'm torn between getting black appliances or stainless steel.
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- We also have a black composite granite sink and granite "look" counter. We have a black stove and microwave above it, and a stainless steel dishwasher (black trim). ...
- sounds like my dilemma a year ago. we have stainless steel dishwasher, oven and micro with black trim and ended up going with a black fridge. the SS was more money and...
- Hi M., I have all stainless appliances. Magnets work just fine. I know this because one scratched my new fridge! Oh well, it does look much better without any magne...
Quartz Countertops
Aug 31, 2009 ... We didnt want to use granite because I was concerned about discoloration from ... We just moved into a new house and the kitchen has granite all over. ...
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- Hi T.. We installed quartz in our kitchen and LOVE IT. It's nice that you can put hot pots or dishes right on it without burning it and you don't have to treat it lik...
- We have Silestone and LOVE them! They are indestructible, gorgeous, and care-free.
- I also have quartz. they were in my kitchen when i moved in. Love them. Absolutely no negatives. Good luck.
Countertops
Read all 8 responses: "I am looking at having new granite countertops put in my kitchen. However, i have heard that granite can let off radiation.
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- any substance has that capacity, better not have a computer, tv, microwave, cell phone, the basement or go into the sun then.... granite countertops are awesome....
- Hi, My father sells kitchens and countertops. He is very knowledgeable about all the products. If you would like his email address or phone number please respond back.
- Hello B., I sell Kitchen and Bath's and a lot of granite tops. The "radiation" is so minimal it has never ever been an issue for any of our customers, our supplier...
