How do you update granite countertops without replacing them?

• <div><p>You can’t change the color of the stone, but you can update granite countertops without replacing them by painting them. Because granite is a porous material, you’ll want to seal them first before painting them so that the paint doesn’t hurt the surface. This is important because you don’t want to devalue your counters by damaging the original surface; even if you don’t like the color now, you or a new homeowner may want to remove the paint someday and return them to their original color. You can also cover them with </p></div>

Does baking soda shine marble?

• <div><p>Yes, baking soda does shine marble. Sprinkle it directly on the marble and let it sit for about five minutes, then wipe it clean with a damp microfiber cloth. If you’d like to make a baking soda paste, then simply mix the baking soda with equal parts water and apply it. You can also add baking soda and dishwashing liquid to a bucket of warm water and mop a marble surface.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2022
Fuzzy Beaver did an excellent job cutting down a tall tree in my backyard. They disposed of all the branches and cut and stacked the rest of the wood as requested. They were safe, professional, cleaned up afterwards and really seem to enjoy their jobs. They had to work around a swing set, a baby...
Fuzzy Beaver Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2022
It did not go , We paid half up front and the rest when the job was done . He cashes our check $1800.00 and never called or came to do the work. It would been one thing if he called and said I am sorry I can’t get anyone to work so I will give you your money back but NO HE DID NOT KEPT IT....
Strainis Construction Services
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Reviewed in January 2018
Job was estimated at what we thought was a very reasonable price and was to be about a half day job. The job turned out to be a 10 hour job far more challenging than anticipated. The work was done to completion that day and the site was restored quite well and the charge was not increased from...
Joe the Plumber
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Reviewed in December 2015
Curt Baker is easy to work with and has a great sense of humor and a willingness to explain everything he does. He is helpful with ideas, suggestions and recommendations. I needed to replace a kitchen sink and faucet in a granite counter top. The change was smooth once the counter top opening...
Baker Plumbing, Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
The window itself is very nice but the finishing on the wall over the window doesn’t look nice. It looks like they used half an inch dry wall for the window. The drywall looks thicker than the rest of the room. The people came in and got it done in one day. The window lightens up the room. They...
WindowWorks Inc
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Reviewed in October 2012
Reliable Restoration worked with us and the insurance company to make sure that we got what we needed. Our porch needed to be structurally repaired, and we really liked the individual who was subcontracted for this work. A different set of subcontractors were hired for roof replacement. Part...
Reliable Restoration LLC
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Reviewed in October 2011
Cooney Funeral Home recently handled the funeral arrangements for my mother. Her family has used Cooneys since at least the late 1950s. My mother's death was very sudden and making arrangements that day would have been much more difficult had it not been for the empathic, caring, and...
COONEY FUNERAL HOMES
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Reviewed in November 2010
Workiers were friendly and on time. They worked quickly without disturbing anything tin the rest of the house. They explained everything they were doing ahead of time and did a great clean-up after all the work was done.
Illinois Insulators of Westmont, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2010
His original quote to me on paper was $1800. The middle quote of the 3 I got. The day he was supposed to start, he didn't. He called and said the store was "out of the materials" he needed. He started a day late. He told me it would take about 3 days and I would never be without power. It...
GRK ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS INC
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Perfect Choice Home Solutions Your Authorized Bath Planet Dealer of St. Louis

2424 MO-94 South Outer Rd

Perfect Choice Home Solutions Your Authorized Bath Planet Dealer of St. Louis

2424 MO-94 South Outer Rd

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Complete Bath and 2 Day Remodeling services offered: also roofing, siding, windows, and gutter/gutter cover installations. Bath Planet has been the go-to St. Louis bathroom remodeling company for over 17 years. From replacement shower surrounds to bathtubs that are designed to fit perfectly over your existing tub, our experienced team has what it takes to provide you with a bathroom that is beautiful and extremely easy to maintain. Not only do we believe very strongly in providing quality, long-lasting products, we also believe in providing an outstanding customer experience. We offer free estimates, and we can complete your project in as little as one day. We also have energy Star double pane windows, beautiful vinyl siding looks like real wood, roofing of all different styles.

"This company absolutely sucks!!! They will not stop harassing me with phone calls. They've called about 15 times, and I've told them each and every time that i no longer need help. And they won't stop!!! I had to report them to angis list. I would have reported them to BBB but they dont seem to exist anywhere except here and some website called Houzz where their account is suspended. I dont think this is a real company. Beware!!!!!"

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"This company absolutely sucks!!! They will not stop harassing me with phone calls. They've called about 15 times, and I've told them each and every time that i no longer need help. And they won't stop!!! I had to report them to angis list. I would have reported them to BBB but they dont seem to exist anywhere except here and some website called Houzz where their account is suspended. I dont think this is a real company. Beware!!!!!"

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Excavation, dirt work, driveway repairs, construction roofing,siding,fascia soffit, flooring, remodels, add ons, plumbing, power washing, sanding, staining, road side mechanic, landscaping anything needs done give us a call

I am a flooring installer. Ive been in the flooring game for about 6 years. I can install anything from tile, hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, back splashes, anything but carpet. I am not a carpet guy. I will get the job done right within any means no matter how long it takes me I will make sure its perfect and you love it.

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Serving the St. Louis Metropolitan Area for 20+ years. Residential and Commercial Interior Design. Your style is our design at Ginger Huff Interiors.

Transform Home Improvements

12930 Hollenberg Dr

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We install both exterior and interior home improvement projects including windows, doors, siding, roofing, garage doors, bathrooms, kitchen remodel, cabinet refacing, flooring, and countertops.

"These people are crooks! I gave them a $6,500 down payment for a $21,000 roof on a house I was selling. They said "sure, we can get it done." Two months later, no roof, no call, no nothing. I had to sell the house at a discount because of it. They never called me. I called them, but no one ever answered and their voicemails were always full. Never returned texts or emails."

Larry P on January 2021

We install both exterior and interior home improvement projects including windows, doors, siding, roofing, garage doors, bathrooms, kitchen remodel, cabinet refacing, flooring, and countertops.

"These people are crooks! I gave them a $6,500 down payment for a $21,000 roof on a house I was selling. They said "sure, we can get it done." Two months later, no roof, no call, no nothing. I had to sell the house at a discount because of it. They never called me. I called them, but no one ever answered and their voicemails were always full. Never returned texts or emails."

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Wilkerson Floors

751 Hardin Ave

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751 Hardin Ave

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Wilkerson Floors offers high-quality flooring installation services as well as flooring product sales. Highly trained flooring specialists providing custom flooring installation of hardwood, carpeting, tile, and vinyl. Better value than local big box stores, product, and installation quality guaranteed. Top flooring installation and hardwood refinishing services, now offering dustless sand and refinish services.

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Granite Restoration questions, answered by experts

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You can’t change the color of the stone, but you can update granite countertops without replacing them by painting them. Because granite is a porous material, you’ll want to seal them first before painting them so that the paint doesn’t hurt the surface. This is important because you don’t want to devalue your counters by damaging the original surface; even if you don’t like the color now, you or a new homeowner may want to remove the paint someday and return them to their original color. You can also cover them with

You generally cannot change the color of the natural stone, such as making granite countertops darker or lighter. Some people claim that certain chemicals will lighten or darken granite, but those will damage the stone and not provide uniform, expected results, so it’s better not to try. Similarly, some people ask whether they can stain over granite. Granite is beloved for its stain-resistant finish, so you probably won’t get the best outcome if you try to stain over granite to make it darker.

Instead, consider honing, painting, or applying another material over the top of the granite to make it appear darker.

Yes, baking soda does shine marble. Sprinkle it directly on the marble and let it sit for about five minutes, then wipe it clean with a damp microfiber cloth. If you’d like to make a baking soda paste, then simply mix the baking soda with equal parts water and apply it. You can also add baking soda and dishwashing liquid to a bucket of warm water and mop a marble surface.

In most cases, chipped or cracked granite can be salvaged, but it depends on the size and scope of the damage. For example, a pro can smooth out small chips on the edge with polish pads or an angle grinder, but a crack that runs through the stone's surface has little-to-no chance of being fixed easily.

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