GRANITE/MARBLE/QUARTZ
WHY USE STONE?
Many ask why to use stone instead of other surfaces. This is an easy one! First, there is no comparison in the look and quality of natural stone when compared to other surfaces. Why do you think almost any synthetic surface IS MADE TO LOOK LIKE STONE? Whether you like the high polished, gleaming shine of Granite or the toned down, rustic style of Soapstone or honed Marble, Granite, or Quartz, there is absolutely nothing like the real thing. Second, Natural Stone adds value to a home. It’s a well-known fact that upgrading a kitchen or bath will almost always get you 100 plus per cent on your investment if you decide to sell. Natural stone does NOT depreciate in value like synthetics and NEVER EVER goes out of style–it is already millions of years old, so you can expect it to far outlast your cabinets or house or neighborhood for that matter. Third, having natural stone in your home creates an automatic conversation piece. Visitors are always curious about what kind of surface it is, where did it come from, how old is it? And you are the only one in the WORLD with the particular stone you choose. Stone is unique, ancient, bold, and no two pieces are the same!
WHAT STONE SHOULD I CHOOSE?
There are a variety of different types of stones and agglomerates. These should be taken into consideration based on the application. Granite is the hardest and most durable of the choices. It is resistant to scratching and heat, and is quite dense and therefore resists staining as well. It is the optimal choice for a Kitchen or any other surface for that matter. Marble, travertine, limestone and onyx are softer, more porous, and more consideration should be given as to where these products are installed. Bathrooms are generally the selected choice of area for these stones. Using Marble in a kitchen will result in a worn, matted and stained eventual finish, which is actually an old world or rustic look many are trying to accomplish. For more information on selecting a stone, call us (386) 615-8080 for professional information.
WHAT COLOR DO I CHOOSE?
There are hundreds of granite and marble colors to choose from and to make things more complicated, these colors change in shading and texture as the stone is quarried. Please come into our showroom and take a tour of our yard to view a wide variety of slabs and sample pieces. Click the “STONE & COLOR SELECTION” Tab above to see our inventory.
IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION
Marble, Granite, Onyx, Travertine, Limestone and Soapstone are products of nature. Each stone has variations and characteristics such as pits, cracks, fissures, holes, rust spots, and differences in shading and light refraction. All of these things contribute to the beauty of the stone and should not be considered “flaws”. Customers should inspect each slab prior to fabrication to be fully aware of any unfavorable characteristics. Since no two slabs are exactly alike, customers should be aware that seams sometimes will not perfectly match in shading, grain, color or light refraction. We strive to line up and set seams in the best way possible, however, not all slabs are exactly the same thickness even from one end to the other. Please consult with us on these issues prior to ordering your stone countertops. Much more information can be found at the Marble Institue of America website.
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