Articles by Sharon Inetas, Vice President Flintstone Marble & Granite

A Home with Stone Does Not Need to be an Expensive Venture

You want or need to put your home on the market. You know the current market does not give you an advantageous as a seller. You discover that there are several homes in your neighborhood also on the market. You cringe as the realtor walks through your home suggesting certain renovations. How do you make your home stand out without breaking the bank or taking a loss on your home? <read more>

Outdoor Kitchens- From T.V. to a Hot and Valuable Trend

For spending time outdoors with your family or to entertain friends, there are few better options than an outdoor kitchen. It adds to the outdoor living space and enhances the value of your home. They can range from a modest fire pit to a full-blown outdoor kitchen that will rival the most lavish indoor cooking areas, complete with stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops and fully plumbed sinks. <read more>

911 to Stain Removal for Your Natural Stone

Your granite is sealed, your marble is polished, you wipe up spills immediately, and suddenly you come home one day and the kids have strawberry sips drizzling over your counter tops. What do you do? Try as you might there is red residue on your golden counters.

I found this article that was just published through the Marble Institute of America and thought I would pass it on to you.<read more>

The Geology of Granite and Marble - Part One of a Two Part Series

When clients come to look at granite and marble they often ask the question, “How are such beautiful stones created?” This month I will discuss granite formation and next month I will discuss marble. Understanding the geological makeup of the two stones will help you to understand what uses they are best suited for.<read more>

The Geology of Granite and Marble - Part Two of a Two Part Series

Last time you learned about the geology of granite and how its creation makes it such a durable stone. This time we will discuss the formation of Marble and why some of its uses are different from granite.<read more>