WS Townsend Company, dba MKD Kitchen and Bath ("MKD") is a kitchen and bath remodel provider offering cabinet refacing, cabinet replacement, custom countertops, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, outdoor kitchens and more. MKD serves Michigan, Northern Indiana, and Northern Ohio residents and is a third-generation, family-owned and operated business that has been servicing Midwest residents for over 75 years. \n\nMeet with one of our Design Consultants to get your kitchen or bath project started today!
Welch Tile & Marble is a family owned business founded by Richard Welch in 1987. His son Dan Welch is current company president with over 28 years of ceramic tile and stone experience. Dan is the current president of National Tile Contractor's Association (NTCA), the largest tile contractor association in the world. The company employs a staff of over 50 full-time tile professionals, including Dan's siblings Rick, Aaron, Jennell, and Marnie. Truly family owned and operated, rooted in the foundation of quality work and a satisfied customer, Welch Tile's work has been showcased at many of West Michigan's premier landmarks including the JW Marriott, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, and the DeVos Convention Center. The company has a full-team of residential tile experts including designers, project managers, and tile mechanics who are all CTEF certified (the tile trades premier certification).
With 20 years experience remodeling in the family business; women and LGBT owned and operated Elevated Designs Construction will design and construct any home remodel to elevate your home.\n\nYou can also call us today at: (616) 250-5024\n
"Our A/C stopped functioning. They removed dust and debris from the coils in the 'inside' unit. They also cleaned the drainage hose that took condensation out. Unfortunately, they missed an overflow tray which filled up a few days later, overflowing above the ceiling of our living room. It soaked the plaster. We are still getting bids to fix it, but the bids are hovering in the ~$500-$700 range. VanderHyde was apologetic and fixed the problem promptly when notified, but the damage had been done. I think it was an honest oversight. But that oversight doubled the cost of the repair. I would still use them again. "
"Andrew took our space that was 40 years behind on repairs and updates and turned it into the home we love. He was everything for which we could have hoped. He listened to our needs, communicated consistently, and gave us a vision for what was possible. Most importantly he delivered an end result that exceeded our expectations in every respect. We recommend him to all of our family and friends. Thank you, Andrew!"
MarbleLife of Western Michigan is the region's expert in the care and restoration of marble and other natural stone products and materials.
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\nFranchiser, MarbleLife, Inc., is the world's leader in high quality maintenance of marble, stone, tile, granite, terrazzo, concrete floors, countertops, vanities and all aspects of grouting. In addition, they offer for purchase a wide array of stone surface cleaners, sealants and polishing products for ongoing use by homeowners and businesses, alike.
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\nMike Pogue, owner of MarbleLife of Western Michigan, looks forward to meeting you to offer his professional expertise to ensure that your stone surfaces are repaired and maintained to achieve that "brand new look" at all times.
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\nFor the best in marble care- Marblelife of Central Michigan is the company you should contact.
"The initial work went well but we have had several issues since then and he doesn't follow through or be responsive. We have had to contact others regarding the repairs/issues that were seemingly the result of the new roof and skylight. We have asked him to come out three times but he has only shown up once. We paid the big bucks thinking we would get great service but have been more than disappointed with Weatherhead's accountability. "
Unsealed granite is more susceptible to staining and other damage. Regularly sealing your granite countertops decreases the chances you’ll need to repair damaged countertops in the future. It also keeps it looking shiny rather than becoming dull over time. You can check whether your granite needs resealing by putting a few drops of water on the counter and waiting 15 minutes to see whether the water permeates the surface.
Engineered stone doesn’t need sealing because it is non-porous. The manufacturing process creates a natural stain resistant to moisture, which also makes it easy to clean.
Acid can seriously damage granite countertops and lead to etching and erosion. This is why cleaning with vinegar isn’t recommended. Other acidic items that you should keep away from your granite countertops include:
Citrus
Acetone nail polish remover
Tomatoes
Ammonia
In addition, always steer clear of using bleach on or around your granite as it will degrade the countertop’s sealant quickly.
Marble countertops can last from 20 to 100 years, making them an excellent choice for anyone looking for durability. The life span depends on several factors, including how well you take care of your marble countertops. Marble is a porous material, so it can require more upkeep than other countertop options.
You can cut countertops without chipping by using your saw correctly and having a new fine-toothed blade. You can also put masking tape on the front of the countertop material across the cut line and cut from front to back. However, it is very hard to cut countertops without chipping them, especially if they are made of stone or more fragile materials like laminate. The best advice is to know how to use the equipment, use the correct cutting method for the material, cut from back to front, move slowly, and practice on scrap material first.
The Freeport, MI homeowners’ guide to marble restoration services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Thinking about marble restoration? Learn about polishing options, average costs to expect, and how to hire the right local pro to renew your stone surfaces.
