Planning an Apron Sink? Start Here.
Apron-front sinks have become a common feature in kitchen design, often acting as a visual anchor that helps define the entire countertop layout. They bring presence to a space, but… Read Story
Inside the LaValley Builder Expos
Category: Home Design
Each spring, LaValley Building Supply brings together vendors, builders, designers, and industry partners through its annual Builder Expo series, a set of regional events designed to connect professionals and showcase products used… Read Story
Barbie’s Dreamhouse Reimagined by a NH Countertop Fabricator
March 9 is National Barbie Day, celebrating the debut of Barbie in 1959. Over the decades, Barbie’s Dreamhouse has shifted alongside design trends, reflecting everything from mid-century modern optimism to… Read Story
Designed With Purpose Ep 1: Keeping It Safe in Kitchen Design
Episode 1: Jessica Enman, Hancock Lumber “Keeping it Safe in Kitchen Design” Cady Hickman: Hi everyone. My name is Cady Hickman, and welcome to Designed with Purpose where we are… Read Story
The Case for Renovating Your Kitchen This Spring
Category: Home Design Kitchen
Each year brings a new round of design forecasts, but some conclusions remain steady. According to the 2026 Home Design Trend Predictions compiled by Thumbtack in coordination with Redfin, 41… Read Story
What Our Stone Markings Mean
Category: Countertops
The first time most clients walk through a slab warehouse, they notice the color before they notice the stone. Bright tape. Small circular stickers. Marks scattered across an otherwise beautiful… Read Story
Laminated Edges: What They Are, How They’re Built, and When They Make Sense
Category: Countertops
Homeowners often ask for a thicker countertop edge, but what they usually want is visual weight. In most cases, that thickness is not a single solid slab. It is created through lamination, a… Read Story
What is KBIS?
What Is KBIS and What First-Time Attendees Should Expect If you work in kitchens, cabinetry, building, or design, you have likely heard people talk about KBIS. For first-time attendees, it… Read Story
Choosing Quartz Countertops in Manchester, NH
Category: Countertops
Quartz has become a go-to countertop choice for many homeowners in Manchester. It offers a balance of durability, consistency, and low maintenance that works well in busy kitchens. As an… Read Story
