Custom Stone Countertops
Selection of stone is a multi step process, which varies according to application and personal taste. For example, granite is preferred for most kitchen countertops because of its durability, hardness, resistance to bacteria and heat. Alternatively, marble while quite beautiful, is softer, more porous than granite and somewhat susceptible to staining and scratching.
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Radon and Radiation Exposure From Granite Countertops
There has been a great deal of recent media attention about the safety of granite countertops in your home. On July 24, The New York Times published an article headlined, “What’s Lurking in Your Countertop?” which made several references to radon, radiation and speculation about associated health risks attributed to granite countertops. more…
BRIDGEWATER MARBLE DONATES STONE COUNTERTOPS FOR CHARTIY EVENT
Local Business Supports Science Education Among Preschool Kids; Marble Countertops Highlight Designer Showhouse Kitchen Local stone fabricator Bridgewater Marble & Granite (BMG) recognizes the value of technology and education to stay competitive. more…
Radon and Granite Countertops – The Myth is Dispelled
Listeners of Paul Harvey’s popular radio program called “The Rest of the Story” may have heard false reports about granite countertops emitting harmful radon gas in the kitchen. more…
BMG has new Woodland Jade™ Slate direct from Central Vermont.
Bridgewater Marble & Granite (BMG) is pleased to offer our new Woodland Jade™ Slate direct from Central Vermont. This material comes in 1 ¼” thick honed slabs and is popular for kitchen and bath countertops, back splashes, table tops, fireplace surrounds and stone hearths. These light jade green honed slabs have natural striations which create a smooth, warm, comfortable surface that will last for generations. Unlike other slate, this material is non-fading. more…
Countertop Quandary – Why Choose Granite?
So, you’ve decided to take the kitchen-remodeling plunge! You’ve already made the tough decisions about new cabinets, flooring, wall covering, appliances, and a little detail known as the budget. more…
When and how to seal your stone countertops One of the most frequently asked questions we hear in our stone fabricating business is “Should I seal my stone countertops?”. Generally speaking, the answer is YES. A more specific answer depends upon the specific type of stone, its finish, its location and how it is maintained. But let me assure you that sealing natural stone is easy and inexpensive for most household countertops. more…
IceStone ideal for 'green' design
IceStone(r) is an innovative new material that is ideal for 'green' home design. more…
New Soapstone Slabs Have Arrived
We recently received a shipment of new Brazilian soapstone from the Green Mountain Soapstone Company in Vermont. more…
New Maintenance and Repair Services Offered
In response to growing customer demand, we now offer a variety of services designed to care for your natural stone countertops. more…
Eight New CaesarStone Colors -- Nature and Innovation Combined
CaesarStone consistently provides premium quartz slabs with remarkable style and endurance complementing any design application, from classic to contemporary. more…
Granite Slabs with a Unique Finish: Antique, Flamed and Leather
As part of our ongoing effort to keep our stone inventory new and fresh, Bridgewater Marble & Granite now offers a special collection of granite slabs with very unique finishes including antique (or brushed), flamed and leather. more…
