I love new countertops! For all you smooth line lovers, this Lava stone will rock your boat. Our design team is excited about the many possibilities presented by glazed lava stone as a design element in kitchen remodeling. Pyrolave, an international company specializing in “the art of worktops”, creates glazed lava stone by extracting Volvic lava from the Nugere crater at the center of volcanoes in Auvergne, France. Blocks of lava are removed by hand, cut into slabs, and glazed with enamel by expert engineers. Enamels are selected for their beauty and for their resistance – they must be resilient enough to withstand being fired at more than 1832°F. During cooling, delicate cracks (or “crazing”) appear on the surface, giving each piece a distinct and naturally beautiful signature.
There are several reasons why glazed lava stone appeals to our design team and our clients:
Adaptability: Glazed lava stone works for contemporary or traditional aesthetics. It is highly adaptable to its environment. In addition to kitchens, the material is also used in architectural projects, in bathroom design and in indoor/outdoor furniture.
Durability: Because of its unusual resistance, even acids or corrosive products do not alter glazed lava stone. The material is resistant to heat, stains, acids and bleach, scorches, and frost, and is UV stable (meaning its color will not fade.)
Originality: With its unique shapes and vibrant colors, glazed lava stone makes a definitive statement of individuality in your kitchen remodeling project.
Working with an expert team of architects, designers and construction professionals, you can rely on experts who are leaders in their field. We love to explore the latest trends and ideas for kitchen remodeling and share them with you!
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About David Sturm
David was born and raised in Northern New Jersey and is an avid cyclist, cook, traveler and outdoors lover who has called Atlanta home for over 30 years.
In the early 80's David Cheffed in some of Atlanta's finest restaurant like Pano and Pauls, Bones and Trotters besides having his own cafe. Chef turned Remodeler, David has a keen eye for Kitchen design and function.
David Sturm is part owner in Attention to Detail Home Remodeling- a full service Design and Build company which understands that remodeling in your home is completely different from a construction site and goes above and beyond to maintain a clean safe environment and partner with homeowners in achieving their remodeling objectives. The ATD Mission -to achieve the utmost level of professionalism, integrity, quality, fairness and reliability in our relationships with homeowners and associates. Our aim is to exceed expectations while earning trust by way of exceptional performance. Very energy conscience , David is always looking to find new and exciting ways to save energy in home remodeling.
In 2007, David Sturm was the first of only three Georgians to achieve the CKBR (Certified Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeler) certification. Also in 2007, David Sturm earned his CAPS- Certified Aging in Place Specialist- designation. David began his career in remodeling as a teenager working with his father and gained plenty of hands on experience remodeling old Victorians. David’s other certifications include Deck Installation through the Trex Company Program, installing and troubleshooting Tankless Water Heaters by Rennai and working with tile & waterproofing systems in showers in the Schluter Systems Innovations Program at the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation .
WOW! To quote different generations of exlamations! This countertop is “swell”, “cool”, “rad” and the “bomb” – love the shape, bright color, and smooth glazes surface! David, next time in Boston, rder me one, i’ll trade you for 4 red sox tickets….
Steve, nice try on the Red Sox Tickets.