Welcome to the PGMSA Blog

At PGMSA, we’re passionate about helping you select, install, and care for the perfect stone surface. Whether you’re a homeowner planning a kitchen remodel, an interior designer seeking fresh inspiration, or a contractor wanting best-practice tips, you’ll find everything you need right here.

What You’ll Find Here:

  • Material Guides: Deep dives into granite, quartz, marble, and more

  • Design Inspiration: Trending color palettes, layout ideas, and style tips

  • Installation Advice: Prep checklists, pro techniques, and DIY pitfalls to avoid

  • Maintenance & Care: Sealing schedules, stain prevention, and cleaning how-tos

  • Cost & Budgeting: Transparent pricing breakdowns and value comparisons

  • Project Spotlights: Real-world case studies from Hilton Head & Bluffton installs

  • Expert Q&A: Answers to your top countertop questions from our NKBA-certified team

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Pros and Cons of Marble Countertops: What Hilton Head & Bluffton Homeowners Need to Know

Marble countertops bring instant elegance and timeless character to any kitchen or bath. But before you fall for its luxurious shine, it’s important to understand marble’s strengths and limitations, especially in our coastal, humid climate. In this guide, we’ll walk through the key pros and cons of marble countertops, cover cost and maintenance considerations, and share design tips tailored to Hilton Head and Bluffton homes.

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Granite vs. Quartz Countertops: Cost, Care & Durability

Choosing the perfect kitchen countertop involves balancing aesthetics, durability, and upkeep. In this guide, Certified Kitchen Designer Erika Simms compares granite’s natural beauty and heat resistance with quartz’s uniform color and low maintenance. Learn pros, cons, cost ranges, and care tips to select the ideal surface for your home.

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The Perfect Blend of Style and Function: 1/4 Bevel Countertop Edge

Looking for a countertop edge that balances timeless style with practical function? Let us introduce you to the 1/4 bevel countertop edge. It’s the subtle design detail you didn’t know your kitchen or bathroom needed. Perfect for homes in Bluffton and Hilton Head, this edge adds a clean, polished look while protecting your countertops from wear and tear.

At Precision Granite & Marble, we believe in those little details that elevate a space from nice to "wow." The 1/4 bevel edge is one of those details—elegant, functional, and versatile.

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What’s Hot in 2025 Countertop Trends

As we move into 2025, homeowners in Bluffton and Hilton Head are looking for countertop options that blend style, functionality, and sustainability. Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen, upgrading your bathroom, or adding a stylish outdoor countertop, these trends will keep your space on the cutting edge.

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Transform Your Kitchen with Bluffton Quartz Countertops

In Bluffton, homeowners are increasingly choosing quartz for its numerous benefits and aesthetic appeal. This blog post will guide you through everything you need to know about Bluffton quartz countertops, from their advantages to design inspiration.

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Kitchen Remodel Trends of 2023

This has been an intense year. It shouldn’t be a surprise that the kitchen remodels trends follow that as well. Check out these 10 kitchen remodel trends we are seeing for 2023.

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What need to know when you buy Quartz Countertops

There is some confusion on whether Quartz is natural or man-made. Countertops that are 100% quartz are known as quartzite countertops and come with a different set of pros and cons, which we will cover later. Quartz countertops are man-made from natural Quartz that has been ground up and fused with polymers and resin.

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