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Black Is The New Neutral

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The Countertop Store GettyImages-1217418175 A big part of remodeling your kitchen is how you’re going to accessorize. When you add metallic accents to your kitchen it makes a fresh statement. And it’s a fun way to put your style on display without breaking the bank.  

Faucets in gold finishes will continue to be popular in 2023 or you can try a bronze faucet to bring warmth to your space.  Rose gold is a metal finish that welcomes shimmer to a neutral kitchen. This finish looks great with a stainless steel farmhouse sink. 

The big news is that black is the new neutral and can be used anywhere in your home.  This could begin with your countertops. Our designers love Black Forest granite as a statement piece.  A black faucet mixed with metal instantly modernizes your kitchen without too much commitment and can be paired with shaker style cabinets in white, blue or gray.

Where stainless steel is still the most desirable finish for kitchen appliances, a matte black finish is, once again, gaining momentum. Or you can try adding a pop of color like red or blue for your appliances to see if you like this trend.

Cabinet hardware can be anything from gold or brass, to champagne or rose gold. These accents give your kitchen a touch of luxury. Mixing knobs and pulls on kitchen cabinets will help you use them more easily. Imagining how you use them on a daily basis is a good guide.  Slim and minimalistic pulls are top sellers for a good reason, they look gorgeous on most cabinets and come in numerous finishes. Matching cabinet hardware to your faucet will create a more cohesive look. We have a large display of hardware in our showrooms for you to choose from.

Good lighting is important in a kitchen simply because it’s a multi-functional, busy place. Pendants are on the cutting edge of modern style and shines light exactly where you need it.  This type of lighting comes in a variety of options. Metal and glass globe pendants are on trend because they give an industrial vibe when hung over your kitchen island. Raven quartz tops perfect this look.

Metal accents are an excellent solution for infusing stylish designs into your new kitchen.  Come in and talk to one of our designers about your color story and vision for your project and decorate like it’s 2023.

Iced, Iced Baby

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One of the most prominent kitchen trends of 2022 is custom finishes. Progressive Dimensions offers polished, honed, brushed, and iced finishes. The Iced Finish is a bold option that gives natural stone a beautiful sheen and an elegant yet rugged look. It’s created by taking a leathered finish countertop and adding high polish making the colors more vibrant while keeping the textured feel. It is so beautiful that it catches the eye of everyone who sees it. Whether you use it for tops in your kitchen, a backsplash in the bathroom, a fireplace surround or any place you’d like to elevate your design, Iced finish is a great way to do it.

Keep your countertops stain resistant with Progressive Dimensions’ 15 year sealer and clean them with warm soapy water, or Windex without ammonia.

Iced Finish is timeless and the perfect accent for your projects. Stop in to any of our 3 locations to shop this trend that will keep you happy for generations to come.

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Brushed Finish

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One of the most exciting aspects when selecting your natural stone at Progressive Dimensions Countertops is that you can choose your own finish. Here at Progressive Dimensions we fabricate four finishes: honed, brushed, iced and standard polish. This exclusive option allows homeowners, designers and builders to elevate their countertop projects and take their spaces to a whole new level.

The most popular of the four finishes is brushed (also known as leathered). A brushed finish is created when we remove the polish from a natural stone slab then we brush it with special pads, all with our digital machinery. By brushing natural stone, it allows colors to become more vibrant and desirable for any home.

It’s perfect for countertops in kitchens and baths, outdoor barbecues, fireplace surrounds, and any projects where you want to add extra texture to your décor. The most popular brushed finish stone offered by Progressive Dimensions is Portofino. 

This finish, like all other finishes, doesn’t need special care to maintain it. Progressive Dimensions recommends treating brushed countertops the same way any natural stone is treated; by using Progressive Dimensions’ 15 year sealer, which prevents the countertop from getting stained. To keep it clean, a good rule of thumb is to use warm, soapy water, or Windex Multi Surface or Windex without ammonia.

We encourage you to visit any of our three locations to see these finishes in person, get inspired to try something unique, and feel the difference.

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An excerpt from an article written by Marirose Krall of Design NJ Magazine:

” ‘Recently, we invested in a new machine that can “basically take the finish off granite and give the customer a variety of different options. Now we have four finishes: honed, leathered, iced and the standard polish. I found the machine at a trade show and knew I had to bring it to my customers. It’s really cool. Really neat stuff.” Ed’s pride and delight in his vocation is apparent every day. Lisette says, “He still loves doing this work, and that enthusiasm carries over to the guys who work in the shop.’ “

 

 

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All of the finishes provided by Progressive Dimensions allow for the countertops to not only look stunning but be functional as well. All custom finishes can be cleaned and sealed the same way as a polished stone. Customizing your finish does not interfere with the integrity of the stone nor does it become softer. If you have any questions, please contact any of our locations for assistance.

 

 

 

Gotta Have It!

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Hi, this is Stephanie, design consultant at Progressive Dimensions Countertops Manahawkin store. We recently added quartz shower walls as one of our products and I have to say, when people see the display, they are smitten. The reason we added this product is because we’ve heard complaints from customers that tile and grout crack, break and pop, especially with homes that are being raised and start to sway. The quartz we use is non-porous, stain and scratch resistant and grout line free, which makes it easy to clean and maintain.

 

So, stop in and see me! You’re going to love it so much, you’ll want it in your home.

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Green Day

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It’s Earth Day and we’re always looking for ways to help ensure a greener planet. Water is a wonderful resource, not only for humans but for stone manufacturing, as well. The equipment and tools used in fabricating requires over a million gallons of water annually to cut and polish quartz and natural stone. To cut these costs, and save the environment from dirty water, we’ve implemented a method to recycle our water.  As the machines use the water, the excess water flows into floor grates and is pumped into a container where it gets cleaned and sent back to the polishing, and cutting machines.

Progressive also carries recycled glass countertops made by Curava. The tops are made up of glass bottles, windows, and windshield glass found in landfills and other post-consumer and industrial waste sites. This material is non-porous, which makes it very sanitary and easy to clean. And there is no need to seal because it is stain resistant. 

Did you know that quartz countertops are eco-friendly?  Most of the material used to make quartz comes directly from the earth. It also features a longer replacement life and is even recyclable.

We’re dedicated to continuing practices and sell products that are environmentally friendly. Stop by and see our shop and samples in our showroom.

Top Dollar!

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Spring is one of the most popular times for people to put their homes on the market. With the season being just around the corner, now is the perfect time to research ways to get top dollar for your home before you list it.

According to Zillow, “minor updates” to a kitchen can provide a big ROI.  A minor update such as replacing outdated countertops can attract more buyers to a certain property over the other homes for sale in the area. 

When homeowners shop Progressive Dimensions Countertops (with 3 locations throughout South Jersey), they’ll get a great price and a fast turnaround time for their countertop project. Using Progressive Dimensions’ same-day removal and installation service, allows for convenience and full use of their existing kitchen during the template and fabrication process. 

Switching out hardware such as drawer pulls, door handles and faucets is an inexpensive way to compliment a new countertop and make a kitchen standout to a buyer.

In as little as 3 weeks, a home could have an updated countertop that will give any listing agent a reason to ask for top dollar!

Everything and the Kitchen Sink!

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If you’re renovating your kitchen or bathroom, I see a sink in your future. Sinks add character to your ideal design. Sure, there are many sinks out there. But don’t worry, we have a nice selection on display in our showroom. If you’d rather buy your own sink, that’s ok too. Just have it on hand when they come to do the template.

Let’s start with the Model #908, which is stainless steel, like all of the sinks that I will talk about from here on in. They are also all undermount sinks, which is pretty standard. The #908 is the “ go to” sink because it’s nice and deep, coming in at 9” deep. It’s also easy to keep clean.

The #508 Model is called a “D” Bowl because it looks like the letter D when you look at it sideways. With this sink, you have a bigger soaking area, which means that you could put bigger pots and pans. Just a side note: the faucet needs to be drilled on the right or left side because of its unique shape.

The #408 or Jumbo sink is like the #908 but bigger and 8” deep. That brings us to the #308, which is the same as the Jumbo sink but is divided 70/30. It is also called a vegetable because it allows you to separate your food.

The #208 Model splits the sink in two. It’s called the 50/50 and is 9” deep.

The Farmhouse Sink is trending now. It is fabricated in an 18” gauge stainless steel and has a stainless steel apron.

Vanities are usually made of porcelain. We have an 18 by 12” rectangular undermount sink in white or bisque and an oval vanity, same measurements and color options. The oval is 61/2” deep and the rectangle is 6” deep.

Like I said, there are a lot of sinks out there. It all boils down to visualizing how your kitchen sink will increase productivity while achieving the “look” you desire.

Keep in mind, sinks don’t just stop there. We carry bar sinks and other special order custom sinks, that can take you to the limits when complimenting your project.

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR GIVING!

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Give a gift that will be cherished for years to come. Purchase your Progressive Dimensions gift card at our Manahawkin or Toms River locations for that special person in your life. Whether you’re gifting a complete kitchen makeover or assisting with an upgrade, a gift card to Progressive Dimensions will be the greatest gift under the tree this year! 
We are offering gift cards starting at $50.00 for your friends and family this holiday season. For more information or to purchase your gift card, please contact or visit your local Progressive Dimensions.

Toms River: 732-716-3105

Manahawkin: 609-622-4455

 

 

Your Custom Kitchen

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We understand that updating your kitchen can be overwhelming. That’s why at Progressive Dimensions Countertops & Cabinets, we offer our kitchen design services free of charge to all of our customers. Our Kitchen Designer, Roger, has been designing custom kitchens for nearly 30 years and has a passion for creating a space that offers both form and function for all of his clients.

 

Our process makes your kitchen design experience simple and easy. We start with an initial consultation at one of our locations or in the comfort of your home. During this meeting, Roger will get to know what your needs and wants are for your space, as well as, your style and budget. With all of the necessary information and a quick measure, Roger can begin to transform your kitchen.

 

In a few days, you will be given a 3D layout of your design, which can be adjusted, as needed, until everything is perfect for you and your family. Once your layout is approved and we have placed your custom order, the fun of picking out your countertops in our Manahawkin or Toms River location will begin!

 

With any home remodel, it’s important that you use a company that you trust, with a staff that is knowledgeable and reliable. Roger and our entire team at Progressive Dimensions will be with you every step of the way and available to answer any and all of your questions about your kitchen, even after your job has been completed. 

 

If you’re interested in a free design consultation for your kitchen, feel free to contact us at 732-244-0109 or 609-622-4001 and let your journey begin!

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