Welcome to Golden Craft Construction, where we go to great lengths to understand our clients' visions and bring them to life. With over 8 years of experience, we specialize in quality construction and are based in the Pacific Northwest. Let us help build your dream project.
Welcome to Golden Craft Construction, where we go to great lengths to understand our clients' visions and bring them to life. With over 8 years of experience, we specialize in quality construction and are based in the Pacific Northwest. Let us help build your dream project.
Granite Gold is a third-generation family of stone care experts, dating back to the 1950s. Co-founders and cousins Lenny Sciarrino and Lenny Pellegrino grew up in the family business, manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces. Their mission is to help homeowners easily protect their stone surfaces through safe, do-it-yourself care and maintenance products, and protection plans to safeguard against accidental damage. Granite Gold brand stone-care products are available nationwide at Bed Bath & Beyond, Lowe's, The Home Depot, Walmart, major grocery and hardware stores, and Amazon. Visit https://www.granitegold.com/store-locator/. The Granite Gold Granite & Quartz Protection Plan and Granite Gold Cabinet Protection Plan are sold nationally through independent installers; ask yours to include the plan with your installation.
Granite Gold is a third-generation family of stone care experts, dating back to the 1950s. Co-founders and cousins Lenny Sciarrino and Lenny Pellegrino grew up in the family business, manufacturing, installing and restoring stone surfaces. Their mission is to help homeowners easily protect their stone surfaces through safe, do-it-yourself care and maintenance products, and protection plans to safeguard against accidental damage. Granite Gold brand stone-care products are available nationwide at Bed Bath & Beyond, Lowe's, The Home Depot, Walmart, major grocery and hardware stores, and Amazon. Visit https://www.granitegold.com/store-locator/. The Granite Gold Granite & Quartz Protection Plan and Granite Gold Cabinet Protection Plan are sold nationally through independent installers; ask yours to include the plan with your installation.
Providing countertops for the Portland Metro Area for over 20 years. Touchstone is a trusted leader in the countertop industry. Servicing both commercial and residential clients. Our experienced crew specializes in fabrication and installation of kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, wet bars, reception desks, breakfast countertops, meeting rooms, window sills, thresholds, table tops, fireplace and shower surrounds. We also offer stainless steel kitchen sinks, porcelain vanity sinks, and natural stone vessel sinks. For large commercial projects we supply both kitchen and bathroom faucets, grab bars, toilet paper holders, mirrors, and matching accessories. Our team is highly experienced in all aspects of the project from start to completion. Jim's knowledge of imported material allows him to provide the most competitive pricing across the USA. All stages of renovation and remodels are welcome. Free quotes provided per your request.
"Touchstone Granite and Marble, Inc. came out, were on time, and did a fantastic job. The crew was very respectful and very nice. They worked quick, precise and very clean. They cleaned up after themselves and I would highly recommend them if you need to have work done on or around your granite counter top. Thank you for a job very well done, Touchstone Granite and Marble."
Herb W on April 2019
Providing countertops for the Portland Metro Area for over 20 years. Touchstone is a trusted leader in the countertop industry. Servicing both commercial and residential clients. Our experienced crew specializes in fabrication and installation of kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, wet bars, reception desks, breakfast countertops, meeting rooms, window sills, thresholds, table tops, fireplace and shower surrounds. We also offer stainless steel kitchen sinks, porcelain vanity sinks, and natural stone vessel sinks. For large commercial projects we supply both kitchen and bathroom faucets, grab bars, toilet paper holders, mirrors, and matching accessories. Our team is highly experienced in all aspects of the project from start to completion. Jim's knowledge of imported material allows him to provide the most competitive pricing across the USA. All stages of renovation and remodels are welcome. Free quotes provided per your request.
"Touchstone Granite and Marble, Inc. came out, were on time, and did a fantastic job. The crew was very respectful and very nice. They worked quick, precise and very clean. They cleaned up after themselves and I would highly recommend them if you need to have work done on or around your granite counter top. Thank you for a job very well done, Touchstone Granite and Marble."
Rogue Fine Woodworking specializes in custom designed furniture and cabinets. Personal service means the same person who designs project is the one who builds it.
Rogue Fine Woodworking specializes in custom designed furniture and cabinets. Personal service means the same person who designs project is the one who builds it.
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Countertops and Backsplashes questions, answered by experts
You should never use gritty or abrasive cleaners to clean your Formica countertops, and the same goes for scouring sponges, steel wool, or anything acid-based like vinegar. Formica can't handle high heat, so never place anything fresh from the oven or off the stovetop on a laminate surface because it will scorch.
Small kitchens benefit from simple, blunt countertop edges, as complicated edges can create visual clutter and be more of a hazard if you bump into them. Eased edges are a top pick for small kitchens because they are simple, do not jut out, and do not take up additional space. Bullnose edge countertops are also popular because of their rounded design; they are elegantly simple and will not be sharp when you bump against them. Single-beveled edges are also a good choice, as they look a little more upscale but still have rounded edges for safety and simplicity.
You most likely purchased a quartz countertop because it won't stain or etch like marble. However, etching can still happen depending on the quality of the quartz and whether it is repeatedly cleaned with harsh chemicals or exposed to acidic spills. Remember, while quartz is more resistant than natural stone, just like Superman when faced with Kryptonite, it is not indestructible.
Every durable material has a few downsides, including quartz. First, it is heat resistant but not heatproof, meaning it can't withstand broiling hot pots and pans. The material can also discolor from long-term exposure to sunlight. Additionally, it is more expensive than many natural stone options and lacks the unique veining and patterns that come with materials like marble or granite.
The best way to protect your quartz countertops is to keep them clean. Promptly wipe any spills and clean with a damp cloth and dish soap as needed. Doing a deeper clean weekly is also recommended. To do this, move small appliances and fruit bowls out of the way and wash the entire surface with a squirt of dish soap on a damp cloth.
The Joseph, OR homeowners’ guide to countertop and backsplash services
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