There are many different types including Granite, Marble, Soapstone, Quartzite and Limestone. These are natural materials, with natural characteristics and are quarried worldwide.
This material has the look and feel of natural stone but is actually more durable due to its engineered make-up. Engineered stone is typically made of 90-94% natural quartz, manufactured with resin, colorants, and other materials. The result is a material that is stain resistant, does not require sealing, and will not promote bacterial growth. This material also typically comes with a minimum ten (10) year residential warranty from the manufacturer. Other engineered materials are Porcelain, Recycled Glass, and Sintered Stone.
Any material that is fabricated typically using sophisticated machinery. Examples are: Natural Stones, Quartz, Porcelain, Sintered and Recycled materials.
For an economical option, stone already cut into blanks (26”x96”) can be fabricated to fit your required dimensions. This prefabricated material is already edged with an eased edge and this material is not guaranteed to match if using multiple blanks. Seams, which normally run back to front, will be diagonal and located in corners.
All natural stones are products of nature, and no two pieces are exactly alike. Color, veining and texture differ with each piece and there may be vast differences between samples viewed and a customer’s actual material. Because this material is a natural product, consistency cannot be guaranteed, even within a single slab. However, other materials like quartz or recycled stone are manufactured, most (but not all) patterns are consistent with the sample that you viewed.
Please note that the choice to view your material is up to you. If you choose NOT to view your material prior to fabrication, your stone will be installed as ordered. ABSOLUTELY NO CLAIMS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER FABRICATION FOR REASONS OF COLOR, TEXTURE, CONSISTANCY OR VEINING.
