
Porcelain Countertops Will Stand the Test of Time in Your Kitchen
Your kitchen is a multi-purpose space for trying out new recipes, studying, relaxing, working, entertaining and gathering the family together. It is the heart of the home. As you plan your kitchen renovation, it is likely that this is top of mind. You want the...
Make a Statement with Your Fireplace
So many of our New England homes have fireplaces. They offer a cozy respite from the winter wind and cold. As fall begins, take a long look at your fireplace. Is it all it can be? Is it inviting you to curl up next to it with a book or invite friends over for an...
Five Kitchen Design Elements that Won’t Go Out of Style
A kitchen renovation is an investment. According to Remodeling Magazine, the national average cost for a kitchen remodel in 2022 was $28,279, with the range from $13,000- $38,000. Appliances, cabinets, countertops, fixtures and, of course, labor are factored into...
It’s as Easy as That! Cleaning a Laminam Countertop Is Incredibly Easy
Porcelain has been around for thousands of years. You’ve been walking on it for decades. Yet many people harbor misconceptions about porcelain as a countertop surface. Misconceptions like porcelain is too delicate or difficult to care for are among the top...
Is a Jumbo Slab Right for Your Kitchen Renovation?
Jumbo slabs, as the name suggests, are larger than the standard sized slabs and thus have a higher yield. A traditional slab is 130”x 64”, a jumbo slab is 130”x 75”. The additional square footage makes jumbo slabs an excellent choice because they allow you to maximize...
Showered With Attention: 2023 Bathroom Design is Celebrating the Shower
Move over, bathtubs, the once utilitarian shower is now embracing luxury and taking center stage! Homeowners continue to bring calming influences into the home, looking for ways to make it a pleasant refuge where time spent is comfortable and relaxing. This trend is...
Bold Choices are Defining 2023’s Latest Kitchen Design Trends
As we take a mid-year look at kitchen design trends, we’re finding that bold choices continue to be a theme in 2023. By incorporating lots of natural stone, contrasting materials and bold colors, 2023 kitchen design is full of beautiful surprises. Here are four trends...
What to Know BEFORE You Begin a Kitchen Renovation
When homeowners visit Boston Granite Exchange they usually are well into the renovation process. However, we know that for some homeowners beginning the process is filled with anxiety and questions. Sometimes getting started is the hardest part. To help you jumpstart...
Discovering Gold: The Other 2023 Color Trend
Prior blogs have focused on how greens and blues are popular trends in kitchen design. With plenty of new colors and designs in natural and manufactured stones, there are many choices to make green and blue part of your new kitchen. Another popular design trend for...
Outdoor Kitchens Have Made a Lasting Impression
Three Beautiful Outdoor Countertop Options During the pandemic, homeowners reevaluated their outdoor spaces as they looked for ways to spread out, visit with close friends and family and make the best of a challenging situation. They expanded their living space into...
Exotic vs. Classic Stones: Three Ways They Are Different
We travel the world visiting quarries to select the stones we will bring to our showrooms. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to visit quarries; we build relationships with the quarry owners, and they show us beautiful and unique stones. We are delighted when we...
The Finishing Touch
Choosing the Right Finish for Your Kitchen Countertop Choosing your kitchen countertop involves several decisions. The first is to choose the type of stone that will best suit your taste, lifestyle and budget. This can be natural stone, such as granite, quartzite,...
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Roger Ware, President
WareRite Countertops
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