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February 28, 2017

Common Granite Myths


GoodFellas Granite, LLC helps uncover common granite myths: Granite countertops are absorbent. Granite countertops stain easily. Stains in granite countertops are permanent. Granite countertops will lose its polish over the years. They require a lot of maintenance. Heat will cause granite countertops to chip and crack. Granite’s tiny pores and fissures harbor bacteria. GoodFella's Granite, LLC qualified team of experts is ready to answer any natural stone questions you may have! Call t..
February 23, 2017

Top 5 granite kitchen countertops and why?


The top 5 granite kitchen countertops are: White Granite - White granite makes your kitchen look bigger. Beige Granite - Selecting beige granite gives you more decorating options. Brown Granite - Create a warm, rustic kitchen look by choosing brown granite. Black Granite - It shines! Jewel-Toned Granite - Add an exotic touch to your kitchen when you choose jewel-toned granite. Visit GoodFellas Granite showroom and select your new granite from a huge on-hand selection to achieve your look. ..
February 7, 2017

Tips for a Kitchen Remodel


Tip - Design two kitchens in one for visual interest. The secret to successfully designing two kitchens in one is to keep some elements the same throughout the space. For example, keep all the cabinet doors the same and hardware a consistent metal but incorporate different colors like white cabinets and wood counters in one part and in another section a marble counter with blue-gray cabinets. GoodFellas Granite, LLC offers a wide selection of kitchen cabinets and countertops to give your kitch..
February 2, 2017

Why are Quartzite countertops increasing in popularity?


Quartzite countertops are becoming an increasingly popular choice among homeowners and interior designers. Quartzite is a natural stone—not to be confused with the manmade product, quartz, which is made of crushed stone and resin. Quartzite is known for its crystalline sparkle, durability, earth-tone colors, and stylish appearance. Quartzite has similar properties to marble with less maintenance. It is naturally strong and durable, relatively heat resistant but not indestructible enough to pro..
January 25, 2017

Around The World Wednesday


African Ivory granite is known for its warm rustic color and veining. It is mined in South Africa. The material can be paired nicely with several different cabinet colors, from light to dark wood, white and antique white to nearly black cabinets. African ivory granite is certain to make a visual impact to any kitchen style. Stop into GoodFellas Granite, LLC and view this gorgeous stone. #granite #stone #rosegold #africa #ivory #warmgranite #aroundtheworld #fabrication #countertops #kitchen #bat..
January 17, 2017

Transformation Tuesday


GoodFellas Granite, LLC Transformation of the Month GoodFellas Granite used vintage granite with large quartz markings to transform a kitchen in Leesport, Pennsylvania. The vintage granite was an excellent choice to accompany the home’s dark cabinets. Vintage is a unique stone that adds character to practically any space. It is made of earth tone colors including rust, beige, black, white, and brown. The coloring makes vintage granite very versatile. It is a great choice for dark brown cabin..
January 10, 2017

Granite Countertops Deliver Longevity to Your Kitchen


Granite, the same stone that portions of ancient Egyptian pyramids are composed of, is ubiquitous in the kitchen for good reason. This stout stone that weathered millennia can easily stand up to kitchen use and abuse. What is granite? Granite is a natural stone, composed of at least 20% quartz as well as mica and feldspar. Color choices span the rainbow, from a monochromatic slab to bold patterns. Granite comes in many finished surfaces such as polished, honed, brushed, leather, flamed, and ant..
January 5, 2017

FAQ Granite Maintenance


I heard that granite requires regular maintenance and has to be sealed often? The days of granite needing regular maintenance are in the past as we now have amazingly effective and long-term impregnating sealers at our disposal. Granite is the easiest of all countertop materials to maintain. The key to a lasting shine is to keep your granite countertops clean and free of chemical build-up. Do not use trendy cleaners or polishes on granite. Clean your stone with warm water and, if necessary, add..
December 6, 2016

FAQ: Honed vs Polished?


What does “honed” granite mean? Honed granite is granite that has not been polished to a shine. It is a smooth, matte finish. Honed granite is lighter in color than its polished counterpart; however the color can be deepened with a color-enhancing sealer. Contact Good Fellas Granite at 484-218-8184 to find out more about Honed granite and see a sample. #goodfellas #bernville #pennsylvania #honed #granite #countertop #fabrication #matte #finish Honed vs Polished
November 9, 2016

FAQ- Why Choose Granite?


Why use granite over other countertop materials? The beauty of nature cannot be duplicated by man. Synthetic alternatives such as Quartz are manufactured in factories and, while they try very hard, they cannot reproduce the wonderful look of granite as they are made with consistency and uniformity in mind. Granite, on the other hand, can and does vary in color and texture both within a single slab and from slab to slab. Every granite countertop is unique and nothing can compare to the beauty of..