Countertops

Types of Countertops:


Granite:

Granite pricing includes material, template, fabrication, installation, sealing of granite, standard edge treatment, undermount sink polished cutout (customer to supply sink), and mounting of sink to granite. Pricing is based on dimensions and information provided at time of quote. Final pricing for job will be determined after a template of the job has been completed and reviewed. Job site is to be properly prepared for templating services. Ready for template consists of:

Granite Fabrication:

Yes, there is a difference! My fabricator biscuits the seams; they finish under the edge; they smooth under the overhang; they polish the edges - they don't enhance the edges (which could end up leaving you with a difference in color between the edge and the deck later on); they stock full slabs; they don't accept any commercial grade slabs - they only accept First Quality Granite. They hard luan template - they don't use strips or just measure. They have a lifetime guarantee on their craftsmanship.


Silestone Quartz Top

Highly scratch resistant made of 93% natural quartz (only topaz, sapphire and diamond surpass quartz in hardness). Its patented manufacturing process, vibro-compression and compaction under vacuum, makes Silestone surfacing extremely dense and non porous. Can withstand normal cooking temperatures without scorching or burning. Recommended usage: avoid direct application of hot cooking utensils due to risk of thermal shock. Surfacing is non porous and has the lowest water absorption test rating. It is therefore resistant to mold, mildew and bacterial growth. Not renewable and repairable like plastic solid surfacing; Silestone surfacing outperforms others in hardness, impact strength and durability. Because of its density and hardness, Silestone surfacing is less likely to chip or crack than natural granite. It cuts cleaner and crisper resulting in tighter seams. Silestone surfacing is virtually maintenance free. It needs no sealing, waxing or polishing. To clean, simply use water and mild soap or any regular household cleaner. Built in Microban protection plus National Sanitation Foundation 51 Certification and Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certification.


Cambria Quartz Top

Strong and easy to maintain. Virtually worry free and exceptionally easy to maintain. Twice as strong as granite. Stain Resistant: Cambria is nonporous, making it resistant to stains from fruit juices, food coloring, coffee, tea, wine, nail polish and felt tip markers. No sealing, polishing or reconditioning is required. Just wash Cambria with warm water. Safe for food preparation. When food and moisture penetrate a porous surface, harmful bacteria begins to grow. Certified by NSF International. Cambria is nonporous and has been certified by NSF International for use as a food preparation surface. Unmatched Quality: Cambria stands behind their product with a 10 year limited warranty for manufacturing defects. Cambria is certified by Greenguard as a low emitting product for indoor air quality, and suitable for school environments.

Cambria is pure natural quartz. Variation in the natural stone (quartz) color, pattern, size, shape and shade are inherent and unique characteristics to the expected with this product. This does not affect the product performance in any manner. Color blotches are intended and designed into many colors to enhance the natural beauty. Samples are small select cuts from a slab; they do not exhibit all the characteristics of a color and therefore are not fully representative of what will be installed. Product will not be replaced due to these variations. Cambria is durable and more resistant to surface damage than other stone. However, all stone can be damaged by force and no stone is chip proof. Objects hitting edges particularly at sinks or dishwashers may cause chips. Though a minor knife slip will dull the knife and not harm Cambria, no stone surface is scratch-proof. Surface markings are more visible on monotone colors than multi colored surfaces. Cambria is not a seamless product, seams are visible. Where there are seams the product pattern and shade can change. Cambria may not withstand the direct transfer of heat from pots and pans and other cooking unit such as electric frying pans and griddles, and some crock pots or roaster ovens and heat lamps. Therefore the use of a hot pad or trivet is always recommended to prevent heating the product. Cambria is not a structural support material. 2–cm and 3-cm Cambria thicknesses are for countertops and must be supported. 1-cm thicknesses are for surface finishes such as walls, tub and shower surrounds and fireplaces, horizontal applications such as a tub deck must completely be supported as well. Semi polished or Honed finishes (1cm) will not shine.


Natural Quartz

Variation in the natural stone (quartz) color, pattern, size, shape and shade are inherent and unique characteristics to be expected with this product. This does not affect the product performance in any manner. Color blotches are intended and designed into many colors to enhance the natural beauty. Samples are small select cuts from a slab; they do not exhibit all the characteristics of a color and therefore are not fully representative of what will be installed. Product will not be replaced due to these variations. Quartz is durable and more resistant to surface damage than other stone. However, all stone can be damaged by force and no stone is chip proof. Objects hitting edges particularly at sinks or dishwashers may cause chips. Though a minor knife slip will dull the knife with no harm to the quartz, no stone surface is scratch-proof. Surface markings are more visible on monotone colors than multi colored surfaces. Quartz is not a seamless product, seams are visible. Where there are seams the product pattern and shade can change. Quartz may not withstand the direct transfer of heat from pots and pans and other cooking unit such as electric frying pans and griddles, and some crock pots or roaster ovens and heat lamps. Therefore the use of a hot pad or trivet is always recommended to prevent heating the product. Quartz is not a structural support material. 2–cm and 3-cm Quartz thicknesses are for countertops and must be supported. 1-cm thicknesses are for surface finishes such as walls, tub and shower surrounds and fireplaces, horizontal applications such as a tub deck must be completely supported as well. Semi polished or Honed finishes (1cm) will not shine.


Caesarstone

CaesarStone is 93 percent crushed quartz (silicon dioxide – SiO2), one of nature’s hardest minerals. Quartz is combined with high-quality polyester resins and pigments, and then compacted under intense vibration, vacuum, and pressure into dense, non-porous slabs. The slabs are gauged to precise thickness, and polished to an enduring shine or attractive honed finish. CaesarStoneR is the original engineered quartz surface. CaesarStone outperforms natural stone. It has four times more flexural strength and two times more impact resistance than granite. It exceeds the standards for marble by even greater margins. CaesarStone also provides greater consistency than ordinary stone that is veined and prone to flaws. Limitations CaesarStone is recommended for interior use only. Intense heat: CaesarStone tolerates brief exposures to moderately hot temperatures (up to 356°F/180°C). Ignition temperature is 914°F (490°C). Trivets or hot pads should always be used. Chemicals: Avoid contact with products containing trichloroethane or methylene chloride (such as paint removers or strippers), abrasives, alkaline levels with a pH greater than 8, hydrofluoric acid, liquid bluing, gentian violet, and aggressive cleaning compounds like oven or grill cleaners. Acids: CaesarStone is not affected by solutions of common acids including hydrochloric, muriatic, and sulfuric acids. In concentrated solutions, after exposures of 24 hours, some acids such as nitric acid will discolor CaesarStone, though they will not compromise the strength of the material. Hydrofluoric acid spills should be cleaned immediately because it will react with quartz in CaesarStone. In the event of accidental exposure to these products, thoroughly rinse CaesarStone with clean water as soon as possible; take care to protect skin and eyes. Bases: Sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide in 10% or higher concentrations will etch CaesarStone surface; spills should be cleaned from immediately. In household concentrations, such as those found in home drain cleaners, sodium and potassium hydroxide have no effect on CaesarStone. Solvents: CaesarStone resists a wide range of commercial and industrial solvents. Household cleaners and industrial strength solutions of methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) have shown no effect on CaesarStone. Solvents that can be safely used in pure concentrations only on CaesarStone include:

Staining Agents

CaesarStone resists common laboratory staining agents. It is not permanently stained by povidone-iodine (Betadine), potassium permanganate or tincture of iodine. Residual stains of Betadine or iodine on light-colored CaesarStone cleans off with chlorine bleach. Black and dark colors of CaesarStone show no stain from these agents. Some colors of CaesarStone can be stained by prolonged contact with solutions of gentian violet, blue ink and some lipsticks.

Laminate

All Formica and Wilsonart colors.