Leathered marble countertops

You’ve chosen the stone, and now you learn there are different finish options! Having a hard time deciding what countertop finish is the right one for you? We walk you through the differences between polished, honed and leathered… Polished A polished finish gives the smooth surface a shiny, much glossier look. The polish that coats […]

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After about two months of normal daily use, we are sharing the good, bad, and ugly of marble in the kitchen… including how our slab broke in half.

Answering the most asked questions about my experience with marble countertops including: Do they Stain? & How do you take care of them?

See how my marble countertops have stood up to my family of 5! Love the look of marble but are scared to actually install them? There are a few things you need to consider...

Did you know granite countertops offer different finishes like leathered, honed, and polished? These different finishes can help your granite countertop stand out even more. And because each finish has its very own characteristics, it also comes with maintenance that’s specific to each finish (so don’t get too swooned by just the look!!). Let’s find out what makes up each of these finishes and if it’s right for your home.

Hi! I’m Ashley, I’m a type-A homebody fixing up my historic home in San Diego, CA. My old house renovation is chronicled on my blog The Gold Hive . I’ve been slowly renovating my kitchen to create a new space fit for a modern family in an old home. While it’s taken me years to decide on the layou

This exquisite marble countertop just got installed today - what a labor of love. Incredible veining on these marble slabs but very tricky… | Instagram

At United Granite PA, we offer a selection of premium leathered quartzite options that bring elegance and sophistication to any space.

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When my husband and I were researching our kitchen renovation a couple years ago, marble countertops were the clear frontrunner, but we were nervous about the inevitable etching. So we paid visits to every marble-topped bar and marble-furnished ice cream parlor we could find, cocking our heads to the side, peering down long polished surfaces to examine the damage left by countless drippy glasses and plates of spaghetti. We ended up with marble and we’re very happy with it.

Leathered Taj Mahal

11K likes, 478 comments - thekitchenguy on April 2, 2024: "☕️🚫 Ever wondered how your kitchen countertops would stand up to life’s little accidents? We put four popular materials to the test: marble, quartzite, quartz, and granite. The challenge? A 10-minute coffee spill standoff. 🕒💧 Watch as we reveal which surface handles spills like a pro, and which one might leave you with a lasting reminder of your morning brew. Spoiler alert: Marble lovers, you might want to watch this! 🤭✨ Dive…

Countertops are a major expense in any kitchen remodel, even if you’re able to paint your existing cabinets. The solution? Faux marble countertops.

Marble counters are in the kitchen and looking so so good! There’s a process to designing the layout, coordinating with a fabricator, measuring, installing, and sealing. So without further ado, let’s get into it.