Other than replacing your loose cabinet handle or knob, there really are no other solutions related to how to fix loose hardware. If you decide to use super glue, you need to use a very small bead and screw in quickly. Be sure to protect the countertop or floor under the area where you are…

1. Granite is available for countertops in two different finishes. You can either a polished finish that looks very shiny or a polished finish. The polished finish makes the color of the granite appear darker than the polished finish. The polished finish gives the granite a smoother look and a matte or dull finish. This…

The allusion that appears to be made, that natural stone installed in your home is dangerous to your health, is mentioned repeatedly on the website and on a recent Houston local television news program. It is interesting to note that the top two contributors to this non-profit organization are artificial stone manufacturers. One of those…

I was recently speaking with a consumer who wanted larger stains on the surface of his granite countertop. I find it interesting how little people know about stone, granite, marble, slate, whatever! This particular person wanted pearl blue granite countertops installed in their kitchen and wanted the stone to have as many specks as possible….

Outdoor kitchens are becoming popular these days and everyone wants to enjoy the outdoors. Many families enjoy eating outside, especially during the summer season. These cooking stations are also great for barbecue parties. Planning an outdoor living room can sometimes take time because there are several important factors to consider. But once you have your…

Installing under cabinet lighting in your kitchen has many benefits. Under cabinet lighting uses low wattage bulbs to make tasks easier and safer by delivering directed light to a specific area. Under cabinet lighting can provide two functions in your kitchen. It can provide countertop food prep task lighting and accent lighting to highlight countertops…

The importance of clean water cannot be stressed enough. Nor can the importance of clean water be stressed enough! Clean drinking water is essential for humans and all forms of life. Humans have around 55% to 70% water in their bodies. However, there is no uniform standard of percentage in humans. It varies according to…

The 12 best gifts for Christmas 2008 “It has been a challenging year for all companies, but as a retailer I am delighted to see innovation continue to emerge. Even in an economic downturn, children still need exciting and good value toys to entertain and inspire their creativity.” The toys predicted to dominate children’s holiday…

When we always think of a piece of furniture and a sideboard, the same thought that appears in our mind would be related to a clean and orderly environment in our room. But have we ever wondered how messy and disorganized the dining room can get when there are no cabinets in them? In addition…

Shaker cabinets are super flex type doors that can be modern, traditional, old world, or a variety of other styles depending on what they are paired with in terms of design. Depending on the tile, lights, and hardware, one can easily add interest and change the entire feel of a room. Think of kitchen utensils…