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becky_jean
18 years ago
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Comments (21)I googled across this post and since I'm a new member here, thought i'd post my 2 cents. I've recently been turned on to gorgeous scrap granite. I'm making some large slabs into an outdoor bar. But I wanna do a walk way. Been trying to see how to rough em up. What does it mean by a "flame finish"? I can't picture what a torch and water do? Sounds safer on the lungs and wallet than sanding with carbide. Also, had an idea to build a fireplace beside my deck. I'm not sure where to post about it for suggestions. I'm thinking of using concrete blocks as the "frame" of the fireplace and then seeing if I can mortar these granite scraps on every exposed surface. I'd have the whole outside, back, top, and the flame box insides all covered inn gorgeous granite chunks. I was thinking of flaring out the sides of the flame box so you get more fire reflection all the way across the width of the fireplace. It would sit on the ground beside the deck, but be built up to deck level. The only weight on the deck would be a granite "hearth" sticking out in front of the fireplace a couple feet, laying on the deck. Can you mortar these heavy chunks of granite on the sides of cement blocks? Not sure what mortar would hold them up long enough to dry. Was thinking varying size pieces, between hand size, and shoe box size....See MoreGranite or metal piece behind range?
Comments (2)What kind of range? What kind of decor? For a pro stainless range in loft style decor I'd do the stainless. Maybe a shelf too. For "ordinary" American home kitchen with a slide in range, I'd do the granite. If there are no uppers, in a traditional kitchen I'd do a nice curving shape with an ogee edge, for a romantic look. With a slide in, you have a little margin behind, so there's room for the stone without trapping the range, right? All that said, I'm not a particular fan of decorating with stainless, so generally only like it in very defined settings (diner style, loft style, or certain kinds of farm/crafts style) and not with granite. I'm assuming the counters are granite?...See MoreTwo pieces of bacon and the elusive perfect granite...(pic heavy)
Comments (36)I am not a decorator or have a very good eye for colour. However Neither of those things has stopped me from expressing an opinion. So here goes - I love the brick wall in combination with your cabinets. I am assuming that your wet bar will be the same cabinets as in the kitchen. (Maybe some glass uppers in the wet bar to lighten the area) The effect of the two of them is warm and elegant. The brick wall has pattern in it. It has the pattern of shape, small rectangular and the pattern of colour. When you stand back and look at it as a whole the colour pattern is large with its reds, oranges and golds. (maybe its my monitor but that's what it looks like). Your floor (I think the smaller tile is your floor) has the same tones in it and you have yet to mention plans for hardware, lighting fixtures or backsplash. The other patterns that you have going on is that of your sofa and armchair - unless they are being changed. The other thing is what is your focal point and I think you have already decided that it is going to be your cabinets/brick wall and I agree. I think that they are fabulous together. My point in bringing this all up is that I am afraid that if you choose any of the granites that you have suggested (except perhaps African Ivory or maybe Bordeaux Sienna) is that you are going to wind up with a riotous jumble of reds and oranges (perpetual Fall) and all sorts of pattern sizes with no cohesiveness to the area . The granite should support your focal point and not try to compete. As mentioned here several times as well - your eye needs somewhere to rest and I haven't seen where that would be. But maybe that is the plan for the backsplash. I would step back and think about what else you have planned for the space before making a final decision on the granite. My opinion for what it's worth....See More5 granite pieces- 3 run one way, 2 run the other
Comments (25)I'd like to share a few thoughts on this topic and some of the most recent posts - both hear and on the Stone Advice site - of which, I am a moderator... (and theses are just My own opinions, as a regular guy) First - As a professional in the slab business, I feel that is the duty of all of "us" in the community (the Stone community) to "make sure that our customers KNOW what they are getting, so they won't be shocked when it gets there" - Obviously, in the case of raehelen/FinaMom, her Fabricator perhaps - did not take the time to educate her in every aspect of what the finished work would look like aka; seam size & appearance, vein trend, etc. Second - Consumers have a right to get the best product for what they are willing to spend their money on. That said, If you're paying for a Maybach, you should be getting the "Maybach" experience. Conversely, if you are paying for a VW, expect fewer thrills and frills. Third - I don't know to what context some of you have had conversations with some of the SFA members that you are refering to, other than saying that their customer service was not as good as advertised - and again, I don't know all of the facts on this situation, but... this is the busiest time of the year - the five most popular holidays that drive the stone business (in my opinion) are: Thanksgiving, Christmas/Hanuukah, New Years and... Superbowl. In all fairness to my SFA Brothers that may have given the appearance of "blowing anybody off" - it's hard to spend alot of time on the phone right now, when you have the bulk of your work out in the shop waiting for you to get back to work on... I'm not saying it's OK to not return a phone call or "blow off" somone's inquiry... just remember that these guys - just like me - are real busy right now......... If you want to bounce questions off of me - I'll take your calls, try to help you with your questions, and and I won't blow you off...go to my website to get contact info I'm busy too, but I also believe in making a positve impact on the Natural Stone Industry. Kevin M. Padden MIA SFA Fabriator, Trainer & Consultant to the Natural Stone Industry www.azschoolofrock.com Here is a link that might be useful: AZ School of Rock...See Morelynne_melb
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