Marble and Granite's Blog

What an exciting adventure, traveling to Brazil to purchase beautiful Marble and Granite natural stone. Well it may seem like an exciting trip full of fun and glamour, but in reality it involves more hard work and dedication than you would imagine. In order to select and purchase our vast variety of Marble and Granite natural stone materials, some of our employees travel to the Cachoeiro de Itamerin region in Brazil and other exotic locations to find and choose only the best quality material at an affordable price.

Photo by Houzz  Zack de Vito Architecture + Construction 

Recently, I had the opportunity to visit The Barnes Foundation’s newly unveiled Philadelphia home. Although the building was born out of a good amount of controversy  , the final result showcases the allure of marble as a building material, and the ability of the architects to highlight the stone’s natural variation and beauty. They combined slabs of Israeli marble with different sizes, shapes, and colors, and the results are breathtaking. 

Granite is a highly sought-after countertop material. Especially popular in high-traffic rooms such as the kitchen and bathroom, using granite for your counters is a solid investment. Granite stands the test of time in both appearance and durability.

It's one of the most sought-after attributes for potential home buyers. Ask any realtor, and they'll tell you that buyers constantly ask, "Does it have granite countertops?" It's not hard to understand why. Granite is a beautiful stone that will stand the test of time, both in durability and style. With a variety of colors available, granite goes well in any room, yet how often do you see it in a laundry room? Often overlooked because of its function, there is no reason not to give your laundry room a makeover.

The kitchen truly is the heart of the home and our favorite spot to gather. As world-renowned Chef Mario Batali says, “The Kitchen really is the castle itself. This is where we spend our happiest moments and where we find the joy of being family.”  For these reasons, the kitchen is the last place you want to become outdated. But, a New Year is the perfect excuse to finally spring for a new kitchen that is both beautiful and highly functional. If you've decided that next year, it will be time for an update, here are some of the top kitchen design trends for 2013 that can provide wonderful inspiration for kitchen remodels in the coming year.