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January is National Radon Month

Should you be worried? Believe it or not – this is actually debatable by some people. According to the EPA, they estimate that there are over 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year directly attributable to Radon gas. This would make Radon the second leading cause of lung cancer. On the other side of the coin, […]

Filed Under: Around the home Tagged With: Granite, radon January 13, 2010 By SLS

Granite – Maintenance, Upkeep and a Geiger Counter?

Besides laminates, granite is one of the most popular materials around for countertops. What isn’t there to love about it? It is a durable product that can last for centuries. It can easily handle a hot pan being placed on it. It does not chip or scratch easily, and no one else will have one […]

Filed Under: Myth or Misconception, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: Granite, radon October 2, 2009 By SLS

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