MATERIAL AND SURFACE TYPES
We have a large selection of Granite, Marble, Quartz, Cambria Quartz, Silestone® Quartz, Q Quartz, Quartzite, Soapstone and Travertine available to choose from.
How should you select a material or surface type?
Whether you know what material or surface type you’d like to use or not, we can help!
Some people prefer to schedule a FREE consultation with us so they can get our FREE expert design assistance where we can go over everything while showing samples of cabinets, flooring, counters and more.
Others prefer to browse our website and our supplier websites to get a feel for what they want before they schedule. Whatever your preference, we are ready to accommodate your needs!
Our supplier websites feature the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website. Links to our various material suppliers are included in the appropriate sections below, for each material or surface type.
Granite
Granite countertops offer a durable and elegant surface that resists scratches, heat, and stains, making them a popular choice for kitchens and bathrooms.
Their natural stone beauty and unique patterns add significant aesthetic value to a space. However, they can be quite expensive, and their installation requires professional handling.
Granite also needs periodic sealing to maintain its stain resistance, and its weight necessitates strong cabinetry support. Additionally, while generally durable, granite can crack or chip if subjected to heavy impacts.
How to decide what type of granite you’d like:
We recommend browsing our granite supplier websites for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available granite options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
MSI Surfaces: Granite Countertops
Emerstone
Architectural Surfaces
Marble
Marble countertops are renowned for their timeless beauty and luxurious appearance, with unique veining patterns that enhance aesthetic appeal.
They are relatively heat-resistant and can add significant value to a home. However, marble is more porous and prone to staining and scratching compared to other materials, requiring regular sealing and careful maintenance.
It is also relatively soft, making it susceptible to damage from acidic substances like lemon juice or vinegar. Additionally, marble countertops tend to be expensive and can be less durable than other stone options.
How to decide what type of marble you’d like:
We recommend browsing our marble supplier websites for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available marble options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
MSI Surfaces: Natural Stone – Marble
Emerstone: Natural Stone – Marble
Architectural Surfaces: Natural Stone – Marble
Quartz
Quartz countertops are highly durable and non-porous, making them resistant to stains, scratches, and bacteria, with minimal maintenance required compared to natural stones. They come in a wide range of colors and patterns, offering a consistent appearance that can mimic the look of natural stone.
However, they can be less heat-resistant than natural stones, potentially leading to damage from hot pans, and they are generally more expensive than other countertop materials.
Additionally, while quartz is engineered to be durable, it can still suffer from surface damage or discoloration over time, and it lacks the unique, natural variation found in materials like granite or marble.
How to decide what type of Quartz you’d like:
We recommend browsing our quartz supplier websites for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available quartz options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
MSI Surfaces: Quartz
Cambria Quartz
Cambria is a strong engineered quartz product coming in over 120 different colors and styles. Cambria is strong and has a diamond-like hardness that produces a care-free surface that is easy to maintain. It is also stain resistant, and does not require sealing.
Cambria is also Food Safe because it is non-pourus and which also makes it safe for commercial use.
Cambria Quartz countertops offer several advantages, including their durability, non-porous nature, and low maintenance requirements. They resist staining, scratching, and impact, and come in a wide range of colors and patterns, allowing for a high degree of customization. Additionally, Cambria countertops are made from natural quartz and engineered resin, providing a consistent and uniform appearance.
However, they can be relatively expensive compared to other countertop materials, and while they are heat-resistant, high temperatures can still potentially damage the surface.
Furthermore, the non-porous nature of quartz means it can lack the natural, unique veining found in some other materials like granite or marble.
How to decide what type of Cambria Quartz you’d like:
We recommend browsing our Cambria Quartz supplier website for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available Cambria Quartz options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
Silestone® Quartz
Silestone® is the world's leading producer of quartz surfaces designed for high-quality kitchens and bathrooms, including countertops and sinks with advanced bacteristatic technology.
Silestone® is positioned at a mid to high price point in the quartz market, reflecting its premium quality and advanced technology. The cost is justified by its durability, aesthetic qualities, and extensive warranty, which provides significant value for the investment.
How to decide what type of Silestone you’d like:
To select the type of Silestone® you’d like, we recommending browsing our Silestone® supplier, Cosentino, for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t always displayed on our website.
You can also view available Silestone® options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
Q Quartz
Q Premium Natural Quartz is made by an optimal fusion of quartz and resin materials. Treated and pressed, natural quartz stone is naturally beautiful yet incredibly durable and one of nature's hardest minerals. It requires no sealing, polishing, or reconditioning and is resistant to stains and scratches.
Made from pure quartz, pigments, and binders, this fusion of elements delivers elegant slabs that look like concrete, granite, marble, and limestone, while offering greater resilience and function.
How to decide what type of Q-Quartz you’d like:
We recommend browsing our Q-Quartz supplier MSI Surfaces for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available Q-Quartz options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
Quartzite
Quartzite countertops are known for their exceptional durability and resistance to scratches, heat, and stains, making them a robust choice for high-traffic areas.
They offer a natural stone look with striking patterns and colors that can rival marble in beauty.
However, quartzite can be quite expensive and often requires professional installation due to its weight. It also needs periodic sealing to maintain its stain resistance and can be more challenging to repair if damaged. Despite its toughness, quartzite may still show signs of wear over time, and its natural variation means color and pattern consistency may not be as uniform as engineered stones like quartz.
How to decide what type of Quartzite you’d like:
We recommend browsing our Quartzite supplier websites for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available Quartzite options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
MSI Surfaces: Quartzite
Emerstone: Quartzite
Architectural Surfaces: Quartzite
Soapstone
Soapstone is largely composed of the mineral talc and is thus rich in magnesium and is most commonly used as a material for countertops and fireplaces as it can absorb, store and evenly radiate heat.
Soapstone is nonporous so it will not absorb substances that will stain it—including bleach and acids. Spills sit on top of the stone and are easily wiped away.
How to decide what type of Soapstone you’d like:
We recommend browsing our Soapstone supplier websites for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available Soapstone options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
MSI Surfaces: Soapstone
Emerstone: Soapstone
Architectural Surfaces: Soapstone
Travertine
Travertine is a form of limestone deposited by mineral springs, especially hot springs and is a common building material used extensively by the Roman empire and still in use today.
Travertine is uniquely combined with cement before it is smoothed and polished to provide a more uniform surface much like its granite and marble counterparts. Its honed natural finish is ideal for both commercial and residential countertop use.
How to decide what type of Travertine you’d like:
We recommend browsing our Travertine supplier MSI Surfaces for the most up-to-date inventory along with additional options that aren’t displayed on our website.
You can also view available Travertine options and samples in-person by scheduling a FREE estimate which includes expert design assistance!
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