Archive for Kitchen Counter Tops
Plan Your Countertop Cost With Request-a-Quote
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One of the great unknowns of any remodel can be the cost. It can be quite intimidating inviting a contractor into your home for a quote when you don’t even know what to expect. If you are considering upgrading your kitchen countertops, take the guesswork out before you pick up the phone with Request a Quote from the Artisan Group.
With Request a Quote, you can enter your countertop measurements and choose between the different Artisan Group countertop styles, which include: Artisan Stone Collection granite, marble, Saratoga Soapstone and Heritage Wood to receive an accurate quote. The service will also put you in touch with your nearest Artisan Group fabricator who can provide helpful ideas and suggestions .
Construction Resources is a proud carrier of the Artisan Group line. If you want to get a feel of the countertops and see them in person, the Atlanta Read More→
Construction Resources Creates a One Stop Shop for Custom Builders
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Are you a custom builder that is used to running all over town trying to find the perfect granite or hardwood floors for your client? Well, things just got a lot easier for you! Over the last few years, we have been fortunate enough to have made a name for ourselves as Atlanta’s leading supplier of kitchen and bath products for homeowners, builders and remodelers. Now, we are proud to introduce the Builder Interior Advantage program that we hope will make things easier for our friends in the custom building industry.
The program, introduced under the watchful eye of Angelique Baez, our new director of design, is structured to be a one stop shop for builders and their clients. Instead of running all over Atlanta, builders can now bring their clients to one of Construction Read More→
Wood Countertops Provide Natural Bacteria Protection
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Wood countertops bring warmth to any kitchen. A luxurious choice for countertops, the variety of colors and finishes of wood is limitless. Wood countertops provide a beautifully finished kitchen both complementing and completing the overall look and texture of the room. Your new wood countertops will complement your wood cabinets whether stained or painted. The high-end luxury look of wood is typically very reasonably priced and although it is more than laminate countertops, wood is typically not as expensive as granite.
Looking for a sustainable countertop? Reclaimed wood is a great choice. It complies with LEED standards and is the most eco-friendly of countertops. Wood is one of the more sanitary products for the kitchen, with inherent properties to protect it from bacteria build-up.
Wood countertops do require some maintenance, including regular mineral oil treatments. And because wood oxidizes over time, your wood countertops may change color as they age. Repair of wood countertops is generally easy and when they need updating or refreshing, most only require a bit of sanding with a 220 fine-grit sandpaper and re-oiling.
Advantages of Wood
- Natural with many eco-friendly options
- Easy to clean
- Provides a smooth, even surface
- Warm appearance and renewable surface
- Sanitary with inherent anti-bacterial properties Read More→
Granite Countertops: Simple Elegance
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Decisions – Decisions – Decisions! It used to be that you really only had one or two choices for kitchen countertops when building a new home or remodeling your kitchen. Well, that is certainly not the case today! There are so many choices of surfaces on the market, yet granite remains the top choice for remodeling. Why? Most likely because of its natural beauty and its durability.
Granite was once so pricey that you only found it in the most expensive homes, but now it is the classic staple of most kitchens and bathrooms from swanky highrises to hotels and entry level homes to pricey mansions. Granite simply is the countertop material that defines elegance in a kitchen. It is 100-percent natural and each piece is a unique work of art.
The resilience of granite makes it the perfect choice for kitchens and bathrooms where durability and stain resistance is a priority. No other material lasts longer or looks more elegant.
Here are our top 5 reasons to invest in Granite:
- Natural
- Long lasting and durable
- Heat, scratch and stain resistant
- Maintenance free with minimal care (see our article on Granite and Stone Care)
- High value to homebuyers (good for resale)
Taylor Swift Chooses Heritage Wood
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When Taylor Swift needed new kitchen and pantry countertops in her Nashville penthouse, who did she call upon to get the job done? That’s right, Construction Resources! (Photo with blog post represents product only and was not taken at Taylor’s penthouse.)
Recently, we had the opportunity to travel to the Country Music Capital of the World to install Heritage Wood kitchen and pantry countertops for the country pop singer, songwriter and actress. Having been described by the New York Times as “one of pop’s finest songwriters,” it was quite an honor for us to be able to upgrade Swift’s home with classic countertops.
Our Heritage Wood collection offers more than 30 unique colors to choose from including exotic woods such as sapele mahogany and zebrawood end-grain; domestic woods such as American cherry and hard maple and Read More→
Granite and Stone Care
Posted by: | CommentsYour beautiful granite kitchen countertops will last a lifetime with proper care. You can help them retain their beauty by following some basic care tips to keep your granite countertops looking their best.
- Clean up spills immediately – Use an absorbent cloth followed by First Line Clean & Restore
- Daily cleaning – use warm water with a few drops of mild or antibacterial dishwashing detergent. Rinse the surface thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth. Don’t use abrasive dry or soft cleaners or those containing harsh chemicals like ammonia.
- Hot, Hot Hot – Granite can take hot pans, but it is best to place on pans on a trivet or hot pad. Avoid placing anything with hot cooking oils on the counter top.
- Keep the cutting board – Avoid cutting directly on granite. Although it Read More→
Get Your Green Countertops from Atlanta Kitchen
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These days, many businesses, corporations and individuals are placing a lot of emphasis on going green. It’s an important movement, and one that Construction Resources fully supports. For this reason, the kitchen and bath supply company offers a myriad of green products for consumers to choose when remodeling their home. One of the most elegant and luxurious green products we offer are the Cambria quartz countertops.
Of course there are many reasons to choose Cambria quartz in addition to the fact that they are eco-friendly. Cambria is a stain resistant, nonporous surface that is stronger, harder and easier to care for than other stone surfaces. Cambria is certified by NSF International as safe for use as a food preparation surface. Read More→
Get New Countertops in Seven Days or Less!
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Planning a kitchen remodeling project this summer before you play host to a myriad of out of town guests? Let Construction Resources help you complete your home renovation withing your required deadline. Even if you wait until the very last minute, Construction Resources can have new countertops installed in seven days or less!
While you may not be expecting guests until 4th of July weekend or even later this summer, we recommend taking advantage of this new policy now because they have a couple of other incentives that help sweeten this deal. On every purchase with a minimum of $2,500, you get a free Cambria cutting board and $100 AMEX gift card. However, these perks are only available while supplies last, so you’ll want to get started on your countertop purchase today.
The 7 days or less policy is available on all materials: Artisan Stone Collection, granite, quartz, solid surface and wood. Be sure to stop by any of the Construction Resources showrooms for more information about these spring incentives.
Atlanta’s Buck Belue Recommends Cambria Quartz Countertops
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680 The Fan is Atlanta’s sports radio station, and one of their most popular on-air talents is none other than Buck Belue. Buck and John Kincade keep you entertained every afternoon while sitting in rush hour traffic. Of course, his stint on Atlanta’s longest running sports show is only a tiny fraction of his experiences in the world of sports. He is truly a sports icon – extremely accomplished in both football and baseball, helping to lead the UGA Bulldogs to the 1980 National Championship while playing quarterback from 1978 – 1981 and also playing professional baseball for three years after college (among many other achievements). So, who does Buck Belue trust with his kitchen renovations? None other than Atlanta Kitchen.
He knows when you are on the field, it is your team that makes you look good. The same thing can be said for any kitchen remodeling project – you need to make sure you have the best team working with you when it comes to laying down your countertops. Atlanta Kitchen has been installing countertops here in Atlanta for over 40 years, and they use the best quality materials available. In fact, they were the first company in Atlanta to install Cambria Quartz countertops. Read More→
15% Off a New Tile Backsplash
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What goes better with a new kitchen countertop than a designer tile backsplash to accent it? Whether you are undertaking a do-it-yourself kitchen remodeling project or have hired contractors, a tile backsplash is a simple task that can add a lot of character and charm to your kitchen. At Construction Resources, we want you to be able to do a complete kitchen makeover at a price you can afford; so, throughout the month of April, take 15% off your new tile backsplash with the purchase of a new countertop.
In order to get the discount, you must purchase 40 square feet or more of Artisan, Granite or Quartz countertops from Atlanta Kitchen. We recommend Cambria Quartz countertops because they are not that much more expensive than granite, but are twice as strong and will last far longer. Plus, the quartz countertops require no maintenance and are completely stain resistant. So, while you may be spending a little more up front, you will be saving money over time by avoiding maintenance costs. Read More→