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Dear <<First Name>>,
Have you noticed that increasingly the preferred look for interiors is sleek and streamlined? The principles of modern design have been affecting the interpretation of every style used in the home today—even traditional style. Read the article below to learn about some new directions for kitchens and baths and new products that are leading the way.
Dave Baskam, P.E.
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Quote of the Month
falling leaves
hide the path
so quietly
—John Bailey
There is something very comforting to me in autumn. Enjoy the season.
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 Tip of the Month
Got Duct Tape?
Duct tape is the one item a homeowner should never be without. Here are some possible uses for it you may never have thought about:
- Remove lint or pet hair from your clothes
- Remove warts
- Repair a vacuum hose
- Remove sticker residue
- Reinforce you child’s school book binding
- Create temporary hem in your pants
- Fix a leaky kayak
- Temporary fix for window or screen
- Reseal food packages
- Make a temporary roof shingle
- Repair a trash can
- Oh yea, repair a leak in your air conditioning duct work
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Large Format, Ultra-Thin Surfacing Materials
The modern design aesthetic has captured the imagination of homeowners and designers across the country. Simple slab cabinet doors are very popular now for kitchens and baths in the U.S., after having been well-loved in Europe for decades. A sleek floor treatment that minimizes grout lines is also in demand, while smooth slabs on countertops and back splashes continue the minimalistic vibe right up the wall to the ceiling. This look is made warm and inviting with a variety of natural materials, fluid lines, and warm colors brought into the mix.
As if on cue, new products have come onto the scene that are perfect for helping create that streamlined look in the kitchen and bath. Large format, ultra-thin surfaces are the treatment everyone is talking about right now. These products were first produced in Europe and weren’t available in the U.S. until recently. Now they are rapidly changing the outlook for upscale kitchen and bath designs, finally giving granite and quartz some competition. Large format surfaces offer the possibility of a completely seamless installation on large islands. They are extremely versatile in that they are suitable for floors, countertops and walls, which opens up many new design possibilities. They are also very durable; heat, stain and scratch resistant; extremely low in water absorption; and easy to maintain. Currently there are at least two different types of large format, ultra-thin surfaces to consider: porcelain tile and sintered surfaces.
Large Format Thin Porcelain Tile
 Laminam by Crossville is an example of large format thin porcelain tile. Crossville describes Laminam as “porcelain tile panels” since the outer dimensions of the tile is measured in feet, not inches—very different from standard tile.The material is lighter weight than stone or quartz slabs, yet offers superior durability, less maintenance and authentic visual appearance. Laminam offers the look of natural stone, metallic or textured patterns, or broad panels of solid color. The installation advantages it provides include minimal grout lines, expansive skins for large surface areas, and the ability to achieve beautiful transitions on corners, at trims and next to other materials. It may be used for exterior applications in all climates.
Photo 1 (above) shows Laminam on a kitchen island and back splash in a look reminiscent of Calcutta marble. Photo 2 (right) exhibits it on the walls of a master bathroom in a subtle linear pattern with dark gray tones paired with a light solid color.
 Sintered Compact Surface
Dekton by Cosentino is an example of a sintered compact surface produced using a new high tech process called Particle Sintering Technology. This technology represents an accelerated version of the metamorphic change that rocks undergo in nature when subjected to heat and pressure over thousand of years. The resulting panel is resistant to thermal shock against heat, frost and thawing, as well as ultra violet (UV) light resistant, allowing Dekton to be used for exterior applications in any climate. This offers the potential for seamless design from indoor to outdoor spaces. Dekton is also chemical resistant, so splashes of common household chemicals like bleach, drain cleaners or oven degreasers will not harm it.
Photo 3 (left) shows Dekton with the look of black Calatorao marble on a kitchen island. Photo 4 (below) for the look of weathered driftwood on a living room floor.
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Baskam Construction Services
200-17 East Second Street
Huntington Station
New York 11746
Phone: 631.549.9787
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About Us
Since 1991 Dave Baskam and his team have worked with a passion for building. The key to success has been providing clients with exceptional, personalized service—guiding them through the maze of home renovation. Delivering dependable, trustworthy and committed service is the mission of Baskam Construction Services.
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