Posted on October 17, 2012 by Reda Abouleish
Find out about the many benefits to using stainless steel for commercial and home kitchens.
Have you ever observed media coverage on infamous international hotels and restaurants? I am referring to the type of coverage that gives you a tour of the beautifully designed facilities and shows why specific materials are chosen. It provides the audience with an inside glimpse of the workings behind these successful, masterful businesses. They discuss hygienic and cost-effective decisions being the driving force behind why particular metals are used, especially stainless steel. Today I am going to share with you a brief summary of this coverage as it relates to the advantages of using stainless steel for commercial and home usage.
Stainless steel is a resilient, 100% recyclable, hygienic material making it a popular choice for commercial and home kitchens alike. It has a universal appeal that works with modern, sleek-looking kitchens while providing a non-contamination working zone. Utensils, appliances, flat surfaces and backsplashes ensuring longevity and corrosion-resistant traits are produced from stainless steel. This prevents food contamination from occurring while keeping everything aesthetically appealing. It is easy to clean and requires little to no maintenance and/or upkeep costs. These advantages alone make it an ideal choice for commercial and home kitchens. It is why these benefits are frequently mentioned in hotel and restaurant media coverage today.
To find out more about the benefits of using stainless steel and nickel alloys, call National Specialty Alloys today!
Posted on October 1, 2012 by Reda Abouleish
Money is tough and the most hit by this decreasing downfall are homeowners and the real estate business. Homes are going into foreclosure and many homeowners are filing for bankruptcy but there is a resurgence occurring amongst home remodels; these remodels improve the value of a home, make you stand out over the “for sale” competition, save you money on utility bills and decrease upkeep and replacement costs. Let me explain.
Many homeowners are examining their living spaces and bank accounts. Some are coming to the conclusion that the home has to go to stay financially afloat but how can they compete with other homes on the market? By taking an objective look at the home, it is easy to find what would bring you the most return and distinguish itself from the rivalry. The only problem for some homeowners is that they become too emotionally attached to the home making them oblivious to the problematic areas. Instead of doing this first task alone, recruit some friends and/or a professional who can honestly evaluate your home against the completion while providing you with constructive criticism. Once this is achieved listen to the feedback and unveil what can be done to receive the most return on your investment. Generally, this involves two rooms in the house, the kitchen and the bathroom.
To keep your bathroom and kitchen hygienic there is one material that works for both areas, stainless steel. It is durable, long-lasting, simple to clean and provides a fresh aesthetic appeal. The advantages to working with this material are it also decreases any upkeep and replacement costs due to its longevity and corrosion-resistant traits. Furthermore, it is a cost-effective material that is customizable to order. The sizes, dimensions, brush finishes can be produced to your desire.
To find out more about the advantages to working with nickel alloys and stainless steel for your next home or commercial makeover project, call National Specialty Alloys today!