Countertop Installation and Care FAQ

It will, but we understand that seam placement is very important to the overall appearance of your new countertops. We'll help you understand where seams will be and how they may affect the appearance of the stone, particularly with high-end varieties of stone with prominent veins.

We'll secure your new kitchen or bathroom countertops to the substrate with a non-staining adhesive (generally a common construction adhesive or silicone sealant).

With normal use, your stone countertop should not crack. Fissures and pitting may occur in many stone types, but they do not make the countertop less durable or qualify the slab for replacement.

Cracks may occur due to mechanically induced stress during the fabrication, transportation, handling, and installation process. If we detect cracks in the slab prior to fabrication, we avoid them during the layout and installation processes.

We require homeowners to reinstall any electrical components or plumbing drains or fixtures. You will also need to do any touch-up painting that may be required around the countertops.

Yes. Any sinks or faucets that are part of the installation will need to be at the job site prior to our installation.

Our installers work carefully to make your installation experience as pleasant as possible. However, some dust may be caused by grinding or cutting during the final fitting. You may wish to take measures to prevent dust from spreading beyond the installation area.