Canonical: https://jandastonedesigns.com/blogs/ Countertops · cabinets · flooring # Guides Straight answers on materials, finishes, edges and care, written by the team that templates, fabricates and installs. [October 2026Quartz Fireplace Surround Installation: Template Day, Fabrication and FittingHow a quartz fireplace surround is installed: measuring and templating, heat clearance, seam placement, shop fabrication and how the pieces are fitted.](https://jandastonedesigns.com/quartz-fireplace-surround-installation/)[October 2026Leathered, Honed and Brushed: Textured Countertop Finishes ComparedLeathered, honed and brushed countertops compared: how each finish is made, how it feels, how it hides marks and how to care for it in a busy kitchen.](https://jandastonedesigns.com/textured-countertop-finishes-compared/)[July 2026Bathroom Vanity Countertops: Quartz, Granite, Marble, or Porcelain?Bathroom Vanity Countertops: Quartz, Granite, Marble, or Porcelain? Remodeling a bathroom? Compare quartz, granite, marble, and ..](https://jandastonedesigns.com/bathroom-vanity-countertops-quartz-granite-marble-or-porcelain/)[July 2026Can You Replace Countertops Without Replacing Cabinets? What Florida Homeowners Should KnowCan You Replace Countertops Without Replacing Cabinets? Want new countertops but not new cabinets? Learn when countertop..](https://jandastonedesigns.com/can-you-replace-countertops-without-replacing-cabinets/)[June 2026Best Countertop Ideas for Lakefront and High-Moisture Florida HomesBest Countertop Ideas for Lakefront and High-Moisture Florida Homes. Live near a lake or in a humid Florida home? Learn which countertops...](https://jandastonedesigns.com/best-countertop-ideas-for-lakefront-and-high-moisture-florida-homes/)[June 2026How to Plan a Kitchen Remodel When Replacing Cabinets, Countertops, and FlooringHow to Plan a Kitchen Remodel When Replacing Cabinets, Countertops, and Flooring Planning a kitchen remodel in Polk County? Learn the right..](https://jandastonedesigns.com/how-to-plan-a-kitchen-remodel-when-replacing-cabinets-countertops-and-flooring/)[April 2026Kitchen Remodel Checklist for Polk County HomeownersPlanning a kitchen remodel can feel overwhelming, but having a clear checklist makes the process much easier.](https://jandastonedesigns.com/kitchen-remodel-checklist-for-polk-county-homeowners/)[April 2026Best Flooring for Florida Humidity — A Lakeland Homeowner’s GuideFlorida’s humidity can be tough on flooring, making it important to choose materials that can handle moisture without warping or damage.](https://jandastonedesigns.com/best-flooring-for-florida-humidity-a-lakeland-homeowners-guide/)[April 2026Best Countertop Materials for Central Florida HomesChoosing the right countertop material is essential, especially in Central Florida where heat and humidity play a big role in how materials perform over time.](https://jandastonedesigns.com/best-countertop-materials-for-central-florida-homes/)[April 2026Granite vs Quartz Countertops in Auburndale, FL — Which Is Right for You?Choosing between granite and quartz countertops can be challenging, especially when both materials offer great durability and style. Let’s compare them to](https://jandastonedesigns.com/granite-vs-quartz-countertops-in-auburndale-fl-which-is-right-for-you/) ## Free on-site estimate. Written quote. No obligation. [Request an estimate](https://jandastonedesigns.com/contact-us/#estimate) (863) 267-4222