Although these three are all “stones,” they differ by their composition and how they are produced.

Granite is a natural stone where the grain (or the specks that form beautiful patterns) is visible. The colours and patterns range significantly, covering white to black and specks to veins.

Marble is also a natural stone, often with more extravagant patterns. However, it is prone to scratches and stains compared to granite.

Quartz is a type of engineered (or man-made) stone. As a result, colours such as red, green, and purple are available to choose from. The specks in the stone are also more uniform. Some quartz are designed to contain veins, which mimics the appearance of marble and granite.

In general, quartz is cheaper than granite and marble. The actual price will vary depending on the selected stone colour. Quartz is a popular choice among buyers because it is the very durable and harder to stain.

It can take anywhere between a week to a month after submitting the deposit. The size and complexity of the project also affect the time.

Stone slabs are typically 2cm (3/4’’) or 3cm (1-1/4’’) thick. In some instances, extra pieces of stone can be attached beneath the countertop to create 4 cm thick edges. This is known as 2cm double thickness.

As long as the supplier has a warehouse in the Greater Vancouver Area and the stone of your choice is in stock, it can be purchased for your kitchen or bathroom.

However, it is important to realize that it’s impossible to have two identical slabs of stone. There can be a substantial pattern or colour variation between two slabs of the same type of stone, especially when they are bought at different times or from different suppliers. This is more prominent in natural granite and marble, whereas engineered quartz is more consistent in colour. Give yourself some flexibility in choosing your stone colour and always check the slabs in person before purchasing.

Naturally, stone countertops are easy to maintain by cleaning with hot water or with formulated stone countertop cleaners. The worse situations you will face as you continue to use your countertop are scratched/dulled and stained surface. If a spill occurs, it is important to blot away the liquid as soon as possible to minimize staining. Additionally, this reduces surface corrosion or damage caused by acidic liquids on marble surfaces.

To maintain a natural shine and provide protection for your granite or marble countertop, we recommend resealing it once a year with formulated stone sealer. This process, however, is not necessary for quartz countertops.

Do avoid using abrasive cleaners as it will etch away on the surface. While stone countertops are exceptionally durable, it is best to use cutting boards and refrain from cutting or sawing items directly on the surface.

No. Be especially careful at the narrow region in front of the sink because applying great force can cause the countertop to crack. Also please do not stand on top of the counters.

We stand behind our countertops by offering a lifetime warranty. Unfortunately, this warranty does not apply in circumstances where deliberate damage is involved.

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