Question 1

What should I consider when choosing a slab?

Accepted Answer

1. Stone maintenance - Stone is a product with simple care, and with a bit of maintenance you can keep it looking beautiful for years to come.
2. Color - Stones are available in a beautiful spectrum of colors from soft beiges to multi colored exotics.
3. Finish - Stone is available in a number of finishes such as polished and honed.
    - A polished finish has a glossy surface that reflects light and emphasizes the color and markings of the stones.
    - A honed finish is a satin-smooth surface with relatively little reflection.

Question 2

What can I do to avoid damaging the stone?

Accepted Answer

You have made an excellent investment in new natural stone. But what an you do to make that investment last?
    - Avoid spilling any foods and drinks contain acids that will etch or dull the surfaces of many stones.
    - Use coasters under all glasses, particularly those containing alcohol or citrus juices.
    - Do not place hot items directly on the stone surface.
    - Although we usually think of stone as hard, it is a porous material that can absorb spills and stains if left untreated.
    - Sealing your stone with a quality impregnating sealer will prevent most spills from damaging your investment. We recommend stone tech professional heavy duty stone sealer for less porous or semi-porous stone and stone tech professional bulletproof stone sealer for very porous stone.
If serious stains occur, call us for repairs.

Question 3

Do I have to purchase a whole slab?

Accepted Answer

In most cases you do, and how much material needed is determined by the layout and the amount of waste. We will lay out your job in a way that will minimize the amount of waste material while maximizing the natural beauty of veining and pattern.

Question 4

I chose the material I want, now what?"

Accepted Answer

Figure out what kind of edge you would like your tops to have.
 
Click here to view edge profiles!

Frequently asked questions

What should I consider when choosing a slab?

What can I do to avoid damaging the stone?

Do I have to purchase a whole slab?

I chose the material I want, now what?"