Metro Marble & Granite

Summer is the most popular time to host a family reunion, and we’re in the midst of peak summertime. If you’re planning on hosting a family reunion or get together at your home this summer, it’s important that you keep your countertops in mind. The kitchen is a great place to bond and reconnect with family members, but it also contains a beautiful investment of yours. The best countertop company at the Lake of the Ozarks has a few handy tips to keep in mind when preparing food or hanging out in your kitchen. Metro Marble & Granite urges you to keep your stone countertops safe this summer when hosting a large party. 1. Seal or Re-Seal Your Natural Stone Countertops Natural stones include granite, onyx, marble, and travertine. Natural stone is characteristically porous, so it’s a good idea to have your countertops sealed at least a week before company visits. Sealing your natural stone, granite and marble in particular, can help prevent staining and discoloration, while a...

Now that summer is just about in full swing, your outdoor kitchen will be used a lot more often, if not regularly! With all the traffic going in and out and around your beautiful outdoor kitchen at the Lake of the Ozarks , it’s important to keep up with the maintenance to preserve your haven for years to come. Metro Marble & Granite provides gorgeous granite, quartz, and solid surface countertops not just for your indoor kitchen, but your outdoor one too! Read on for some tips from the best countertop company in Lake Ozark about how to clean and maintain your outdoor kitchen throughout these hot summer months. Tip #1: Clean your grill regularly. Some people prefer to wait until their grill cools before attempting to clean them, but it’s actually most effective to clean it while it is warm. Be sure to wipe down the outside of the grill as well. Tip #2: Wipe down any exposed surfaces, especially your sink. You will want to clean your outdoor surfaces both before and af...

We’ve gone over a lot of different topics when it’s come to granite, quartz, and marble countertops. But we thought it would be fun to switch it up a little bit and give you more information about our company. Whether you need new countertops in your home or want to stay up to date on the latest trends or learn how to properly take care of your countertops, Metro Marble & Granite has you covered. Learn more about the best countertop company at the Lake of the Ozarks below. At Metro Marble & Granite , we provide gorgeous, custom granite, quartz, and solid surface countertops. Our impressive showroom is conveniently located in beautiful Lake Ozarks, Missouri. We have a variety of products and design options for you to look at. You will truly be inspired to transform your home and refine your environment. Our professional staff of designers, engineers, and craftsman combined with the fabrication process, allows us to expertly complete your vision. Customer service, effi...

Deciding to go with the classic material of marble for your bathroom or kitchen countertops may be an easy choice. Choosing the right colors shape, and finish is a little trickier. But the hardest part? Knowing the proper care and maintenance for your new marble countertops at the Lake of the Ozarks . No matter what type of countertop material you choose, Metro Marble & Granite knows that care and maintenance of any material is extremely important. If you have marble countertops in your home, the best countertop company at the Lake of the Ozarks has put together a list of helpful tips to keep your marble looking its best. Marble Care and Maintenance First things first, the finish of the countertop can drastically help with the care and maintenance of your countertops. Marble is porous which makes it more prone to staining and etching. If you choose a polished finish, you need to be cautious when it comes to liquids on your counters as well as sharp objects. However, if y...

When it comes to remodeling your current kitchen into your dream kitchen, you want to be absolutely sure that you are picking the right materials and these materials will stand up to the test of time. Metro Marble & Granite knows that when it comes down to kitchen countertops, there’s nothing like the debate between granite and quartz. Is one really better than the other, or do people just prefer the look of one material? We are here to break down each material and show the differences between the two. Quartz –  This material is not 100% natural, in fact, quartz is a manmade material. These countertops are created by using 95% ground natural quartz and 5% polymer resins. Granite –  This material is a very hard stone and it is 100% natural. Granite is mined from quarries all around the world, cut down to proper sizes, and then polished to the desired finish. Quartz vs. Granite Appearance - Quartz : quartz has risen in popularity in part due to its appearanc...

Updating your kitchen countertops is a big decision and there are a lot of things to keep in mind. From the design process and choosing the right countertops for your kitchen, to their aftercare and upkeep are all things you should think about before buying granite countertops at the Lake of the Ozarks . For some homeowners, how to properly clean their granite countertops is one of their biggest concerns. There is so much information out there and it can be stressful and overwhelming. Metro Marble & Granite has some easy and simple steps for you to follow in order to keep your granite countertops shiny and looking brand new. Start With Sealin g One of the most important steps in installing and maintaining your granite countertops is to properly seal them. When your countertops are installed you should have them sealed then. Granite is a durable material, but if it is not properly sealed, it can absorb spills and stains which can cause damage to your countertop. Even thoug...

After months of planning and choosing the perfect countertops, you just got brand-new natural stone countertops from Metro Marble& Granite installed in your beautiful kitchen. Now that your new beautiful countertops are in your dream kitchen, you may be wondering how you should be taking care of them. In this week’s blog, we’ve got those answers. If you’re wondering how to take care of your new natural stone countertops at the Lake of the Ozarks , you’ve come to the right place. When you are cleaning tile or natural stone, you should always use products that are specially formulated for those particular surfaces. A lot of the basic and general-purpose cleaners contain acidic ingredients, like bleach and ammonia. These types of ingredients are abrasive and can even break down the seal on your countertop and damage the stone surfaces. These specially formulated cleaners are not rare or hard to find. Most can be found in the bigger box stores that we shop at or even online. ...