COUNTERTOPS

The Honed Finish

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For homeowners who want to try something different in countertop design, Progressive Dimensions now offers honed finish. Honed granite is natural stone that is unpolished or matte (low-gloss shine). This finish has been creating quite a buzz over the past few years and here’s why: 1) When you run your palms along the surface, it’s soft and cool to the touch 2) If you’re looking for a relaxed look with visual appeal, honed granite is the perfect choice 3) Honed granite is non-reflective and, as a result, hides, scratches, etching and other imperfections better than polished granite 4)Honed granite is available in a wide range of colors. The grays, blacks, and off-whites are the most popular.

To keep your countertops in tip top shape, we recommend Progressive Dimensions’ 15 year Sealer. By properly sealing your granite countertop, you will increase its lifespan. The best part? Honed granite that has been taken care of won’t lose its value. If you spill acidic food or liquid, the best thing to do is clean it up right away with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. Also, there are products on the market that work great on stains. Use Windex without ammonia for everyday cleaning.

If you’re thinking about incorporating honed granite in your home, Progressive Dimensions suggests that you stop in any of our showrooms to see large samples of all of our finishes: polished, brushed, iced, and honed. There you can compare, feel, and visualize which finish fits best in your personal space.

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Thinking of getting honed? Try this custom finish on one of your small projects such as your vanity, bar or laundry room!

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.

About Our Finishes…

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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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Surf City and Portofino

 

I’ve lived in many different areas throughout my life. I’ve spent my childhood and my twenties living in the city, the mountains, the woods and even another country, but there is no place I’d rather be than the Jersey Shore. 

Since moving down to the LBI region in 2017, I’ve fallen in love with the community and of course the nearby beaches. For me and my family, our favorite spot is Surf City. It’s a quieter section of LBI with great shops and restaurants all within walking distance to the beach entrances. It’s full of entertainment suitable for both children and adults. It’s an amazing area with friendly people and I’m so lucky to be able to call it home.

I think the scenery of the ocean in Surf City is unbeatable. The way the colors of the water change with the time of day is breathtaking. Deep, rich blue water plays against white caps, as the waves crash onto the sand at my feet. I think this is what draws my eye to my favorite countertop color: Portofino.

This marble is the embodiment of the ocean for me. If I could choose one color to represent me (through a countertop that is), it would have to be this one. It brings me instant joy and calmness. It represents my life here in the LBI region.

Check this color out for yourself in all three of our locations and bring the colors of the beach into your home. And don’t forget to explore all that Surf City has to offer this summer!

 

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Gina Hearts Cambria

Hi, I’m Gina, and I will be taking over Facebook today and talking about my favorite product and a little bit about myself. I’ve been with Progressive for 10 years and I’ve come a long way from not knowing anything about stone to being  one of the top Design Consultants here. During this time, I’ve raised three beautiful daughters in Toms River, who are all grown up now and I’ve entered the next phase of my life. I love designing kitchens with Cambria Quartz. My clients ask, why Cambria? For me, the response is simple. The color and patterns of the Cambria line are second to none, so it’s easy to get excited about this product. All Cambria, a natural quartz, is non-absorbent, easy to clean, and resistant to scratches, chips and stains. And, like us, Cambria is a family owned business, and I’m proud to support them. I especially like showing Port Rush, which has white base, with grey veining, and bluish tones. It also matches effortlessly with different cabinet colors. If luxury stone is what you are looking for, I invite you to stop by any of our three locations and let us show you how Cambria can fit into your lifestyle. Summer’s the best time to finish your projects, inside and out. 

                                                                             I hope to see you soon. -Gi

 

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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.

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!

Chasing Waterfalls

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Are you looking for a timeless, effortless look for your new natural stone countertop? Consider the growing trend of the waterfall edge. The reason they call it the waterfall edge is because it has the breathtaking look of water flowing over a cliff.

The waterfall edge is a design that makes a 90 degree angle at the end of the countertop. Rather than ending with a finished edge, the countertop spills towards the floor, and down the side of the cabinet, island or seating area. The waterfall edge is also eye-catching because it creates the illusion that the area is larger than it is.

One of the ways you can create this beautiful focal point, is the mitered edge, which creates the seamless edge design from the countertop to the floor by cutting the stone at a 45 degree angle and then precisely joining them together.

So, if you’re looking for that luxurious look of water cascading down a cliff, the waterfall edge is for you. Talk to your design consultant about adding this feature to make your natural stone countertop special.

 

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