The Pros & Cons of Quartz Countertops

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Quartz stone has recently skyrocketed in popularity among Dallas residents due to its versatility, durability, and competitive pricing. However, while there are numerous benefits to quartz slabs, it may not be the right stone material for everyone. To better gauge whether quartz is right for you and your renovation, consider these pros and cons of quartz countertops. 

Versatility

Since quartz is engineered, it comes in a wider variety of colors and finishes than natural stone options. Stone distributors often carry dozens of different variations of quartz that can range from sleek white to patterned golds. Quartz slabs can be customized to perfectly match any cabinet material, cabinet color, backsplash, or flooring. Quartz isn’t just versatile in appearance, either. It has incredible functionality thanks to its superior durability, so it can be used for floors and backsplashes as well as countertops. Its virtually limitless applications make it a wise financial investment and enable you to create a beautifully cohesive design throughout your home.

Durability

Quartz is beloved by homeowners and trade professionals alike for its extreme durability. Since it is engineered under intense heat and pressure, the final product is one that is virtually indestructible. Quartz is stain-resistant, scratch-resistant, crush-resistant, scorch-resistant, and waterproof. With proper care and maintenance, your quartz slabs can remain in near-perfect condition for decades to come, making them a great investment for any project.

Maintenance

Unlike other natural stone options, quartz countertops are extremely easy to care for. Whereas granite and marble need to be resealed regularly for proper care, quartz does not. It can also be cleaned quickly using mild soap and water rather than a specific cleaner or toxic chemicals. Quartz’s nonporous nature also makes it extremely easy to clean because it is resistant to stains. This also means that it won’t harbor viruses or bacteria, making your household just a little bit safer and more sanitary. For a low-maintenance option that doesn’t sacrifice luxury, talk to your stone distributor about quartz slabs.

Contemporary Appearance

One possible con of quartz countertops is its contemporary appearance. Although warmer tones and slabs with more marbling can be incorporated into a traditional design, quartz countertops are much more typically associated with contemporary finishes. If you’re seeking a more rustic and natural appearance for your renovation, materials such as granite and marble may be more suitable than quartz.

Potential Heat Damage

Although quartz is scorch-resistant, it can still be damaged by extreme heat or rapid temperature fluctuations. For this reason, quartz is not recommended for outdoor use. If you have an outdoor kitchen or bar area that you’re renovating, consider choosing an all-weather option such as granite for your finishing touches.

Quartz has many aesthetic and functional benefits that make it beloved by Dallas residents. If the pros of quartz countertops outweigh the cons for you, browse Best Cheer Stone’s range of more than 30 exclusive quartz products. We’re the leading stone distributor in the Dallas area, with an expansive inventory of international stone products available at highly competitive prices. To find out more or to choose a quartz slab for your project today, have your contractor call our Dallas showroom to make an appointment.

How to Achieve a Modern Kitchen on a Budget

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It’s what everyone wants: something that looks expensive without actually being expensive. If you’re renovating your Atlanta home, odds are that you’re seeking a modern, luxury look at an affordable price. Although some people believe that contemporary styles are among the most costly, this couldn’t be further from the truth. If you follow these key steps, you can achieve a modern kitchen on just about any budget.

Neutral Color Tones

One thing that all modern kitchens have in common is their neutral color palette. Sticking strictly to whites, grays, and blacks will help you achieve that monochromatic contemporary appearance. Pops of color should be reserved for accessories such as dishware or plants. When it comes to your cabinets, prefab countertops, and other finishes, stick to clean lines and neutral colors. Avoid warm tones such as golds and browns as well. Although some consider these to be neutral colors, they’re tones more associated with a traditional design palette. If you’re considering incorporating wood in your kitchen, make sure that it is cool-toned in order to maintain a modern look. 

Custom-Look Cabinetry

Customizing anything often makes it much more expensive than the prefabricated option. If you’re working with a tight budget, choosing custom-look prefab cabinetry such as Koville is a great way to achieve the functionality you need without breaking the bank. Best Cheer Stone’s exclusive line of Koville Cabinetry is pre-manufactured and ready-to-assemble, so it provides the ultimate in convenience as well as affordability. With hundreds of cabinet types in different sizes and finishes, Koville captures the essence of handcrafted, custom-built cabinetry without the accompanying custom price tag. For an ultra-modern design, we recommend Koville’s Charcoal Black, Grey Silver, or White Shaker.

Prefab Countertops

For homeowners on a budget, prefabricated countertops offer an affordable and convenient solution that allows you the same luxurious look and feel as slab materials. With pre-cut sizes in a wide range of beautiful colors and patterns, prefab countertops don’t sacrifice quality for the sake of convenience. Any stone material can suit a modern design if you choose the right color and pattern, but many homeowners love quartz counters for their contemporary kitchen. Quartz is highly durable and nonporous, making it ideal for kitchen use, and it comes in a range of minimal, neutral finishes. Marble is also a popular modern design choice, but it can be high maintenance for kitchen use. Engineered marbles such as Quarella marble or Best Cheer Stone’s revolutionary Namib Fantasy, however, are suitable for the kitchen and add elegance to any modern design.

 

If you love the look of a sleek, contemporary design but you have a strict budget to work with, there’s nothing to fear. Although modern designs can appear expensive, they can still be easily achieved on a budget using prefabricated solutions and careful color selection. Best Cheer Stone is perfect for achieving affordable luxury, because our complete vertical integration allows us to offer industry-leading stone products at factory-direct pricing. If you’d like to browse our vast stone inventory and exclusive line of Koville cabinetry, have your contractor make an appointment to visit our Atlanta showroom today.

Why Quartz Slabs Are Perfect for Your Home

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Choosing the perfect countertop from your local Anaheim stone distributor can be an overwhelming task. First, there’s the material to consider: quartz, granite, marble, or something else entirely? Then, you have to decide between prefab or slab. And that’s not even considering all the different colors and finishes! If you’re trying to decide on the perfect countertop solution for your home, consider these factors to determine whether quartz slabs would be the ideal choice for you.

Easy Care & Maintenance

Quartz slabs are the perfect material for homeowners seeking a low-maintenance countertop solution. Nonporous and antimicrobial, quartz countertops are easy to clean with a simple combination of warm water and mild soap. Their nonporous nature means that they aren’t susceptible to permanent stains, and they never need to be re-sealed like natural stone options do. If you want the elegant, luxury finish of stone without the high maintenance requirements, ask your stone distributor about quartz slabs.

Versatile & Customizable

Homeowners and developers love quartz finishes because of their incredible versatility and customization. Quartz slabs come in a wide variety of colors and finishes that can perfectly match any interior design. Neutral, minimalistic quartz options can elevate any contemporary design, while warm tones and patterned pieces perfectly complement a traditional home. Slabs are ideal for projects that require customized finishes, as they can be cut to any desired shape or size. Quartz’s versatility also allows it to be used for floors, walls, and/or backsplashes, for a cohesive look throughout your kitchen or bathroom. 

Durability

Since it is an engineered stone, quartz is one of the most durable materials that stone distributors offer. Made of a mixture of ground quartz crystals and polyester resins, quartz slabs are made under extreme heat and pressure, so they can withstand just about anything you throw at it. They are highly scratch-resistant, heat-resistant, stain-resistant, and waterproof. Engineered and created through a finely honed production process, quartz slabs offer superior durability than natural stone selections.

Value for Money

Quartz slabs are a preferred choice because they have proven themselves to be a wise investment for any home. With the same average cost per foot as granite, the superior durability and lower maintenance requirements of quartz slabs make them a smarter choice overall. They offer greater value for money over other options from your stone distributor since they have a longer lifespan for an equal or lower cost. Quartz slabs can also be custom cut and utilized for more than one countertop space, giving you more for your money versus buying two separate prefab options. For example, one large quartz slab could be used for both a kitchen countertop and a vanity top, or a kitchen countertop and an island. The versatility and durability of quartz slabs make their value for money unrivalled by other natural stone options.

 

If you’re renovating your Anaheim home, ask your contractor about quartz slabs. Best Cheer Stone is one of the country’s leading stone distributors, offering dozens of luxury quartz varieties in a range of colors and finishes. We offer premier quality at a highly competitive price, so stop by our Anaheim showroom today to browse our expansive inventory of slab materials. 

Updated hours of operations and COVID-19 updates

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Best Cheer Stone, Inc. (BCS) and Anaheim Kitchen and Bath (AKB) will continually provide updates to keep you both informed and safe during these uncertain times as news continues to be provided around the Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19). BCS and AKB will continue to follow guidance from healthcare professionals including guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and other healthcare professionals for the safety of customers and our staff.

Updated Hours:

Please click HERE for updated hours for all locations.

What to Expect During Your Visit:

BCS & AKB will be doing our social responsibility by limiting the amount of people doing business with us at any given time in compliance with mandates from the State of California to practice social distancing in hopes to limit the exposure of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Please read the following for operational updates:

Face Coverings/Masks are Required-

For the well-being and safety for all customers and staff, face coverings/ masks are required AT ALL TIMES while doing business with BCS and AKB. To make your trip at BCS shorter, please review products prior to arrival through our website or connect with a Sales Representative.

Qualifying questions-

BCS staff will be asking a short and quick series of questions to ensure safety for all. We thank you for your understanding.

BCS & AKB Open to Trade Professionals ONLY-

At this time, BCS & AKB will only be open to trade professionals including, but not limited to, contractors, fabricators, etc.

  • If you are a trade professional working with a homeowner, have them review BCS & AKB products online prior to their visit.
  • It will be required to accompany all homeowners when visiting the showroom to help the process of selection, payment, and pick-up.

Appointments-

BCS & AKB will only be seeing customers by APPOINTMENT ONLY or be put on a stand-by list for walk-ins. Walk-in homeowners will be able to view the showroom but will need to return with their trade professional for material selection. We encourage you to call the office number at 714-399-1588 or reach your sales representative by cell/ text/ email to schedule an appointment.

  • Once you have scheduled an appointment, you will be added to the appointment list which will have your information upon check-in. Only the customers listed on the appointment list will be able to enter the premises with no more than 3 people per appointment.
  • For safety reasons, children are not allowed into the warehouse. Please make proper accommodations for childcare prior to your visit.

Pick-Ups Available Through Text-

As a temporary measure, we are allowing customers to text message BCS & AKB staff in order to receive their Release Forms to pass through the guard at the pick-up gate and go directly to the warehouse. For directions and more information, please click here.

  • In order to pick up via text message, Orders must be PAID. You can find a credit card authorization form by clicking hereand can be faxed OR emailed. DO NOT send Credit Card Authorization forms through text. Payments can also be made over phone by calling 714-399-1588.

Other Social Distancing Measures-

Please be vigilant about maintaining a 6ft distance between staff and other customers at all times. Refrain from touching and picking up samples and other displays throughout the showroom. We encourage the frequent washing of hands throughout your visit.

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BCS and AKB are taking every precaution within our means to keep both employees and customers safe. We additionally ask that our customers do their part as we are all in this together.

All of us here at BCS and AKB sincerely thank you for your support and understanding as we get through this together. Our hearts go out to everyone who has been affected by the Coronavirus pandemic and we wish you all health and safety.

Sincerely,

BCS & AKB Management