2011 Builders Product & Service Show—A Success!
The 2011 Builders Product & Service show sponsored through BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, proved to be another successful event. Many remodelers and builders in the twin cities were excited to get out and see the latest trends in the industry, and what new items they could offer the consumer. Paramount Granite Company participated in the show and was eager to partake in the camarade, as well as show some of our products including granite, Dupont Zodiaq, Casesarstone, Silestone, Hanstone, etc. The PGC booth was staffed by several members of our team including some sales and customer service personnel.
The show was held Thursday, February 24th at the Minneapolis Convention Center and was open to builders and remodelers throughout the area.
Dan Harlander at PGC Booth
Blair Gostonczik and Troy Godeman of PGC
Dan Harlander at PGC Booth
Thanks for reading!
Barb
Posted in Company, Granite, Industry News on February 25th, 2011 by Barb | | 0 Comments
Purchase Your Home & Garden Tickets Now & Save!
The 2011 Minneapolis Home & Garden Show is aproaching fast. Save by getting your tickets ahead of time. To save $4, enter promo code:
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Make sure you visit us at: Booth 2946
See you at the show!
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Barb
Posted in Company, Industry News, Uncategorized on February 18th, 2011 by Barb | | 0 Comments
Visit Us At The Builders & Remodelers Product & Service Show…
The 2011 Builders & Remodelers Product & Service Show will be held February 24, at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Builders & remodelers are invited to come see the latest trends in the industry. Why not stop by and see what this year’s show has to offer for countertop options including granite, Dupont Zodiaq, Casesarstone, Silestone, Hanstone, and Rinato. We will be happy to answer any of your questions about our product offerings, and provide a bid for any prospective upcoming projects you may have.
Please make sure you visit us at:
Booth 824
Thanks for reading and hope to see you at the show!
Barb
Posted in Business, Industry News on January 31st, 2011 by Barb | | 0 Comments
2011 Color Predictions…
When it comes to selecting colors for your home, it is always interesting to see what is in the marketplace. Another thing to take note of is the latest color trends. While some colors are timeless, others seem to come and go, and then come around again down the road. Funny how that works.
Since painting plays a big part in the remodeling process, and is an affordable option for many home owners, I thought it would be interesting to share what some of the color experts at Pantone, and Benjamin Moore are predicting for 2011. Pantone selected the color honeysuckle, (a pretty pink), as its’ 2011 Color of the Year. This mauve color tone was also popular in the early 90′s. I remember it well because I happened to purchase some “pretty mauve” carpeting for our livingroom then, (something I would never dream of doing now.) Who knows if I’ll change my mind when it comes around the next time.
According to, Benjamin Moore And Mythic Paint Offer Their Predictions For 2011’s Colors Of The Year, an article found in the January, 2011 issue of The Cutting Edge newsletter, an MIA publication, “color experts at Benjamin Moore, see deep smoky wine, to pumped up fuschia as a predominant color in home decor in 2011. Mythic Paint says that this year’s palette will offer both warmth and an ethnic influence. Some colors they predict will be hot include: Coral, Green, Yellow, Gray, Blue, Red-Cast Blue.”
If the paint predictions are correct, you can look for a variety of granite colors to go with them. I’ve listed a few below:
- Coral: If you are looking for a coral tone, you might want to look at Viara Classic, which has a lot of flow and movement, along with a variety of other tones.
- Green: If you are looking for a green tone, you have quite a number of options including the classic Labrador green, Verde Butterfly, Tropical Green, Verde Peacock, Cosmos, etc.
- Yellow: If you are looking for a yellow tone, you might want to look at Yellow River, Golden Beach, Harvest Gold, etc.
- Gray: If you are looking for a gray tone, you might want to look at Azul Bahia, Iridian, or Impala Black.
- Blue: If you are looking for a blue, you might want to look at Mahogany Blue, Blue eyes, Blue Storm, or Cinderlla Blue.
- Red Cast Blue: If you are looking for some purple tones, you might want to look at purple dunes, fusion, paradiso, palidio, etc.
No matter if you are looking for a trendy color, or more of a classic for your granite countertops, we always happy to help you with your selections. Please stop by our showroom and see for yourself.
Thanks for reading!
Barb
Posted in Granite, Industry News on January 19th, 2011 by Barb | | 0 Comments
Everything’s Coming Up Granite…
Obviously I notice granite more than the average person, since we work with it everyday, but lately it seems that no matter where I go, or what I do, everything is coming up granite (or natural stone). Let me give you a few examples. I don’t watch TV much, but I do watch a little from time to time. The other day, as I was surfing with my remote for something to watch, I came across several commecials that just happened to have granite countertops featured in them. One was for Pledge, another for Senodyne toothpaste. There was a third one for some cereal too, but I’m drawing a blank on the brand right now. It really doesn’t matter. The fact that I saw 3 commercials with granite countertops in them, when I barely watch TV, stunned me. If I watched more TV, I bet I could come up with quite a list.
The other week, I attended the John Mellencamp concert, held at the Orpheum Theatre, in downtown Minneapolis, with my husband Chris, and my brother and sister inlaw. Before the show, we decided to get a drink and guess what I saw? A beautiful bar top made with Forest Brown marble! Thanksgiving weekend we went out to dinner with a bunch of my family members at Amazing Thailand restaurant in uptown. Afterwards, we stopped at a bar near by for an after dinner drink and guess what I saw? If you guessed a granite bar top, you are right.
Ok—I know I am a granite geek, but I don’t think I’m the only one noticing all this stone anymore. It is evident that the general public is seeing it too and they are requesting it for their homes. Over the years, granite has become quite popular and is now found in all sorts of places…and why not? It beautiful, durable, and timeless. Hope you are noticing!
Thanks for reading!
Barb
Posted in Granite, Industry News on December 3rd, 2010 by Barb | | 0 Comments
