Author Archives: Tom Robinson

Traditional Foods for the New Years

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShareIf you are looking to spice up your menu for New Years Eve here is a list of some New Year’s food traditions. Dutch eat pork and sauerkraut for good luck. Some say this is because pigs cannot walk backward. Many … Continue reading →

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Which Side of the Sink Does the Garbage Disposal Go?

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShareThe two great mysteries of the kitchen are which side of the sink does the garbage disposal go and what should you not put down the disposal? In this article we will address which side the garbage disposal goes. Which side … Continue reading →

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How to Maintain Your Stone Countertop

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShare   Natural stone countertops are a beautiful addition to your home. With proper maintenance they will last a lifetime. Next to diamonds granite is the hardest material in nature. Marble, limestone and other stones offer the same beauty but … Continue reading →

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Myths About Free Sinks in Granite Countertops

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShareThe three biggest Myths about free sinks given away by granite fabricators as sales incentive: Myth 1: Free sinks add value to a counter top project. Myth 2: Because the sink is “free” the fabricator can use the cheapest sink … Continue reading →

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Pull Out Faucets, Hoses and Weights

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShareMany modern faucets have pull out hoses to combine the function of faucet and sprayer into one appliance instead of having a faucet and separate sprayer for rinsing dishes. To assist in the retraction of the hose into the body … Continue reading →

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Why GOOD Stainless Steel Sinks Shine – the Story of Tom’s Sample

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShareI have had a loyal companion for the last three and one half years as I traveled the Midwest. Named after the City at the center of the California wine industry, Napa, my companion, road in the back of my … Continue reading →

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What are Sink Grids (or Grates) and Why Do I Need Them?

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShareHigh quality stainless steel sinks are made to last a life time just like the granite, marble, quartz or other high quality countertop you have selected for your home.  They do however scratch. In a counter intuitive way the shinier … Continue reading →

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Eclipse Faucet – Features and Benefits presented live

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Tom Robinson

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Features and Benefits of Eclipse Faucets Presented Live

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Tom Robinson

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Why Does the Head on My Eclipse Faucet not stay in the Neck?

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Tom Robinson

TweetShareI received a call this week from a customer of one of our fabricators. The head on his KPS3030M Hampton faucet would not stay in neck of the faucet. I asked him to look under the sink and to see … Continue reading →

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