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Behind the Scenes with a Granite Supplier | Pricing the Slab

In part 3 of this series, we talk about what factors go into pricing the stone. Watch the video, and learn something new to help inform you about the things you need to know when purchasing new countertops.

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Lawn Care Watering Tips

Our last post talked about some tips to keep your foundation strong during this heat wave (which seems to be slightly waning!). A big part of that was keeping your lawn watered and healthy. Keeping soil packed is crucial to … Continue reading

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Protect Your Home From Extreme Heat

We posted last week about protecting your home from this unprecedented heat wave. Today we bring you another round of short tips for protecting a specific and important part of your home – your foundation. Without care, this can lead … Continue reading

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Behind the Scenes of a Granite Countertop Supplier | Mesh on the Slab

In part 2 of this current series, we ask what it means when there is mesh on the granite or stone slab. Watch below and let us know what you think! Also watch the other parts of the series: Part … Continue reading

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9 Tips to Keep Your House Cool

We are in the midst of a cruel heat wave – one of the longest and nastiest we can remember! It means that going outside for even just a few minutes is painful and leaves sweat dripping down your forehead. … Continue reading

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Save Money on Utilities

Most everyone likes saving money! Here are a few simple tips to save you some dough on utility bills that you probably won’t notice on a monthly basis, but definitely on a yearly basis. Do you have any other tips … Continue reading

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Top Books for Home Improvement

Every DIY-er out there should have at least a couple books guiding them through the process, especially if they are beginners. A quick search on Amazon reveals the bestsellers in the home improvement category. Do you have any of these? … Continue reading

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Disaster-Proof Your Home

Sadly, this year has seemed like one full of natural disasters: the Japan earthquake/tsunami, tornadoes all across the South, wildfires now burning in the southwest…every day brings us more bad news. As well as taking human life, these disasters often … Continue reading

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Save Money on Your Kitchen Remodel

Redoing your kitchen can cost a small fortune. Between shiny new appliances, flashy cupboards and fresh countertops, you’re looking at well over five digits of cost. Here are some tips from DIY Network to help you save a few bucks … Continue reading

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Eclipse Stainless | Granite Countertops

We’re continuing our weekly series on what to think about when choosing your next granite countertop fabricator. We interviewed Bert Jeslke of Elegant Stone in Wisconsin. Watch and enjoy!

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