Soapstone is a metamorphic rock composed of talc, quartz, and various other minerals, created when the subduction of tectonic plates causes a dramatic shift in heat and pressure. Most of the soapstone used today comes from India, China, or Brazil. Soapstone, however, has also been found in the United States, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, France, England, […]
Choosing the Stone That Meets Your Budget
So, you’ve done some research. Maybe you’ve spent hours looking at Pinterest inspiration photos or used the ESF online visualizer to put together your dream kitchen. Perhaps you understand the difference between natural stone and engineered stone by now — if not, check out our Stone Material Guide blog post. So now it’s time to […]
Countertop Stone Remnants
What is Remnant Material? A remnant is a small/medium piece of stone that has been cut from a larger slab. Often when we cut a countertop from a slab of granite, marble, or quartz, there are unused parts of the slab that become remnant pieces. These remnants may be used for smaller projects, such as […]
Kitchen Sinks – Part 2
Configuration Before you buy, consider the orientation of the kitchen sink, the number of sink bowls, and the depth and number of holes your sink requires for fixtures. Pro tip: Keep your dishwasher location in mind when shopping for a new sink. The ideal dishwasher location depends on whether you’re right-handed or left-handed. The key is to […]
Kitchen Sinks – Part 1
When buying new countertops most homeowners also want to upgrade their sinks and faucets. It’s a matter of both aesthetics and design. Countertops are probably the number one item that adds to the beauty and comfort of your kitchen. If you’re in the process of redesigning your kitchen, think about which sink style is more […]
New Trends in Kitchen Design Styles 2022
Wow! Hard to believe another year is starting to slip by and 2022 trend articles are popping up everywhere. We have a plethora of opportunities to catch up on these Kitchen Design Styles trends in different industries since the Group of Companies we represent consists of countertops, cabinets, and lighting. We’ll get into that later, […]
Countertop Stone Material Guide
Which stone product is best for your new countertop? It will be something you look at every day and needs to be coordinated with your overall room environment. It’s important to match the surface material with your intended usage. It will also depend on its durability & maintenance requirements and of course your budget. One […]
Fabrication Automation Achieves Stone Countertop Perfection
The beautiful stone countertop that you install in your kitchen or bathroom undergoes an extensive process of fabrication automation at ESF. You will get the most from your countertop for years to come because of this process and attention to detail. ESF transitioned from manual fabrication to fabrication automation in 2014. They have grown this […]