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Find out the latest news and trends in countertops and everything you need to know about them. Get the best ideas for your kitchen design. Distinctive Marble & Granite are committed to providing excellent customer service, with on-going training, our team of design professionals is knowledgeable in all the products we offer.
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
Top Reasons why people choose DMG:
DMG has been serving the community of Greater Columbus, Ohio, and surrounding areas for over for 20 years. We are thankful for the support from the community. We are stronger together. We take pride in giving back to the community through our support with non-profit organizations, American Cancer Society, the Gary Sinise Foundation ~ A program that serves our Nation by honoring our Defenders, Veterans, First Responders, their families, and those in need, as well as donations.
DMG is a leader in the stone industry with cutting edge ideas, creative design, an ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
The many uses of slab are listed for lots of DIY fun.
Remnants: those pieces of slab that are left over after installing natural stone. You may have some from a recently completed project, or they can be found at slab yards such as ours at Distinctive Marble & Granite. The question is, “What can I do with them?” Here are three ways in which you can add stone remnants to the décor of your home.
1) Kitchen Accessories
Food Serving Trays: This is one of the most popular uses of remnants – an impressive statement piece that requires little material. Small-to-medium size remnants can be cut int ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
Description: Explore the question of when and why to replace kitchen counters.
People often don’t pay enough attention to their kitchen countertops. They assume that once they’re installed they will last forever. The past year, however, is changing that. After spending so much time at home, people are thinking differently – they’re thinking about upgrades and where to begin. Here are six reasons to consider replacing your kitchen countertops.
1) Their Condition
Cracking or Erosion: The leading reason to replace countertops is simply that they’re ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
Durability, ease of maintenance, cost, the environment, and project limitations are all reasons why granite is preferable over quartz countertops.
Are you in the market for new countertops? Trying to decide between granite and quartz? The decision can be difficult. While both materials have their benefits, the nod goes to granite as the better choice. Here are some surprising reasons why.
1. Durability
Simply put, granite is more durable than quartz. While quartz is durable, the breadth of activities that occur on or around a kitchen countertop – cutting, picking up hot pots and pans, using sm ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
The kitchen is the heart of your home. There are many benefits of having an island in your kitchen – but here are some of our favorites!
We have said that the kitchen is the heart of your home – that place where everyone inevitably gathers. And while the kitchen is the heart of your home, an island can be the heart of your kitchen.
Here are some benefits of having a great kitchen island.
Add Prep And Cooking Space
A common reason people choose to have a kitchen island is that it creates more surface space upon which to prep and cook. This can be highly valuable, especially if you have a small ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
Just as the kitchen is the heart of your home, the countertop is the heart of your kitchen.
The Kitchen: The Heart of Your Home
The kitchen. That space where everyone gathers. Where conversations take place. Where people laugh. Where games are played. Where homework is done. Most frequently, it is where we cook and share meals. Meals after long days. Meals for special occasions. Meals for holidays. The kitchen really is the heart of your home.
Just as the kitchen is the heart of your home, the countertop is the heart of your kitchen. No, not the stove – the countertop. It is the visual center ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
Selecting a kitchen or bathroom countertop may be one of the most important aesthetic decisions you ever make, not only because of the visual impact, but also because of the time and expense of installation.
After you have chosen the correct countertop material – depending upon your taste, level of use, and style of your home – you will need to select the color.
Here are some suggestions to help you in your decision.
Choose A Color for The Long-Term
When choosing a countertop color, you will be coordinating it with the color scheme of the room. Matching the countertops to a specific color can ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
While there is no question about the applicability of granite for kitchen countertops, there are many more areas in your home in which it may be used.
Beauty. Durability. Versatility. For decades, these characteristics have made granite an exceptional material for kitchen countertops. And with the ever-evolving selection of colors and patterns, granite has grown from being a trend to becoming a classic.
While there is no question about the applicability of granite for kitchen countertops, there are many more areas in your home in which it may be used. Here are some ideas:
Bathrooms
The same ch ..read more
Distinctive Marble and Granite Blog
2y ago
Kitchen trends are BIG this year. Discover the best kitchen trends in 2021 and feel inspired for your kitchen remodel! The past year has seen significant increases in kitchen remodeling. Take a look at some of what’s trending in kitchen & countertops.
Kitchen Trends
Organic Style – This style reflects the clean lines seen in still-popular contemporary and transitional kitchens but incorporates the warmth and textures of natural materials. This style also includes elements that reflect an eclectic personalization of the homeowner.
Warm Colors – While white remains the favorite color, warmer ..read more