by Troy Granite | Jun 26, 2026 | Blog
There’s something about the Fourth of July that gets people looking at their homes a little differently. The grill is going, the family’s coming over, and the kitchen is suddenly the busiest room in the house. If you’ve spent the last few summers...
by Troy Granite | Jun 13, 2026 | Blog
Here’s a scene you’ll probably recognize. You’ve been planning this kitchen for months. Your phone is full of saved countertop photos, and you’ve spent more than a few evenings going back and forth with your spouse over which color works....
by Troy Granite | Jun 10, 2026 | Blog
There’s a running joke in a lot of households: the kitchen belongs to mom, but the grill belongs to dad. Like most jokes, it’s about twenty years out of date. Walk into any home today and you’ll find fathers doing the Sunday meal prep, teaching kids...
by Troy Granite | May 14, 2026 | Blog
For years, buying countertops meant visiting multiple showrooms, comparing samples in person, and spending weekends driving from one location to another. Today, homeowners are changing how they shop. More people now begin their countertop journey online because it...
by Troy Granite | May 13, 2026 | Blog, Granite Countertops
By the Troy Granite Expert Team Originally published: 2015 | Last updated: May 2026 Granite is a coarse-grained crystalline igneous rock composed primarily of quartz and feldspar. It forms over millions of years as magma cools slowly under extreme pressure deep within...
by Troy Granite | May 12, 2026 | Blog
How Long Does Kitchen Countertop Installation Take? Step-by-Step Process (2026 Guide) Thinking about replacing your kitchen countertops? One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners in Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, and Delaware is: “How long will the whole...
by Troy Granite | May 8, 2026 | Blog
Warm quartz tones, natural granite patterns, and organic kitchen designs are redefining modern homes. 2026 is changing the way homeowners think about kitchen design. For years, bright white kitchens dominated interior trends across Delaware homes. But this year,...
by Troy Granite | May 6, 2026 | Blog
Planning a kitchen countertop surprise for Mother’s Day? Troy Granite answers your top questions about granite vs quartz, installation timing, and serving Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Delaware. Every year, thousands of families in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and...
by Troy Granite | May 5, 2026 | Blog
The Best Mother’s Day Gift in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg & Delaware? Flowers are beautiful. Chocolate is delicious. But by Sunday evening, both are gone. This Mother’s Day, consider giving the mom in your life something that will transform how she cooks,...
by Troy Granite | Apr 23, 2026 | Blog
Discover the best granite colors for Pittsburgh kitchens in 2026 — from classic whites and warm browns to bold blacks and statement blues. Choosing a granite color for your kitchen isn’t just about picking something you like in a showroom. It’s about...
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