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the kitchen, these have few grout lines
so they help with hygiene, and there’s
less chance of mildew developing.
These classic materials can last
forever and have a timeless appeal.
Consider using a large stone slab Or you could just go all in for the
similar to that of your countertop as aesthetics and find the newest surface The bathroom is also a place where
a backsplash. This is a good option on trend in the market. If you’re lucky, you can choose to have a feature
because you will have one continuous you may be the first to showcase a wall or two, like the wall behind the
piece of stone with no grout lines or new product in your social group. vanity or behind the toilet. These can
seam lines to catch dirt and oil. It is be bold, using brightly coloured tiles
easy to clean, as surfaces such as this BAThROOMS with accent trims, or opulent, so that
are designed for use in kitchens. The bathroom holds a special place in every time you’re in that space you
my design heart as this is a space where feel like you are in the lap of luxury.
Another backsplash option is to use you can relax and rejuvenate yourself.
semi-precious metal clads. Brass, copper It is definitely a space worth spending Feature floor tiles are a big
and stainless steel are hygienic materials some design resource and money on. thing currently, particularly in
that have some antimicrobial properties high-end properties. Embrace this
which make them ideal for kitchens. Bathrooms are generally done for trend and say goodbye to those
the long hall and that puts a lot of large format porcelain tiles.
A quick tip is to always incorporate pressure on homeowners as you don’t
an extractor hood where you can. want to make the wrong choices. LiMESiTE - A SOuTh
This is a very functional piece You want something that is going to AFRiCAn innOvATiOn
of equipment in a kitchen. age well, like a classic with elements Co-founded by Graeme Bramley,
of trendy pieces here and there. Reando Potgieter and Ramielle de
Countertops are a serious focal point Jager, in 2015, Limesite is a small
in kitchens these days, mainly due Don’t compromise on the sanitaryware business with big ideas to help other
to the open plan living that most and fittings. These perform the South Africans design beautiful
modern families enjoy. Countertops main functions in the space and spaces. Our mission is to always
have to be stain and scratch resistant. good quality is money well spent keep you ahead of the curve.
However, there is so much more that as they will last a lifetime.
the homeowner should consider when Limesite is a high performance
choosing a material for the countertops. Now that that is out of the way, let’s concrete that is full bodied. It is made
You can look at the durability factor. If talk tiles. Here, you can have fun. into numerous different product
you are eco-conscious, you may want to There are many options available. You types with various aesthetics. A hot
use a product that is locally produced, can choose materials like Limesite, trend currently, Limesite surfaces are
with a low carbon footprint, or choose a Terrazzo, granite or marble stone designed to be used for kitchens,
surface that has recycled materials in it. panels to clad your shower area – as in bathrooms, indoor and outdoor
furniture, and wall cladding.

It is also available in the most
spectacular range of locally-designed
and produced tiles. These are highly
bespoke products available at a
great price point. Custom tile and
product development can be done for
homeowners and professionals alike.

For more information, visit the
Wolkberg Casting Studios Instagram
page: wolkberg_casting_studios, visit
their website: www.wolkberg.com,
email: ramielle@wolkberg.com,
or call: +27 71 506 4829.

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