Tuesday, September 11, 2018

New Inventory Management

We have added a new Inventory management Solution. This solution will provide your team with the ability to market specific items on the website. an Example of this is premade vanities from existing remnant stock. This inventory can be added to the website and removed with ease from your spark lead manager account.

Formatting for website presentation is a custom built module that will then be included in the front end of the website.

Our mission is to provide you with superior products and services through our network of fabricators. We provide access to some of the best craftsman in the business. We help ensure that your experience with our providers exemplifies the Quality, Service and value that YOU expect. If at any time you have any questions please feel free to contact us during your granite countertop purchase and installation. Granite Countertops

Tuesday, August 28, 2018

Are marble countertops as difficult to care for as their reputation suggests?

Paul Gallagher, works at Fireups.com

its all based on comparing to other products in the market.

Granite - Today is typically the less expensive material and is a more durable surface. This requires less maintenance than marbles and less concern of staining and etching. Granite is formed by pressure and heat. This creates a very strong material base to work with

Marble - being limestone based is a sand like material that is hardened with compression. In kitchen applications it creates more care because of the acids and the constant use of the environment makes it hard to keep up with the care to ensure that you don’t have any staining or etching. Products are available to lessen this issue but it does add costs. visually marble is timeless beauty and in my opinion will always be a leader. For bathroom applications marbles still rein king as less harsh chemicals.

Quartz- Man Made product that combines hard materials with and epoxy/ resin (Plastic). the leading quartz and engineered stone manufacturers create a quality product and built the market for the material. Cheaper knock of products are driving the price down but also have incidences that are damaging to the image of quartz. Careful what you are buying here. this is a very durable surface but typically more uniform in color as it is a man-made product. maintenance is low because all the pours are filled with plastic. This leads to an easier to maintain surface. Exposure to harsh chemicals, heat and uv rays can effect this material.

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Thursday, August 9, 2018

Greensboro North Carolina Granite Countertops Starting at $29.99 per sf

We provide high quality marble and granite for bathroom and kitchen countertops in Greensboro North Carolina. If you are considering natural stone kitchen counters, check out our competitive pricing and large selection of natural stones to choose from. We are a young growing local company and we are fully insured and ready to create the countertops of your dreams. Please contact me, Jonathan for your free Estimate. I look forward to working with you. We provide both residential and commercial countertop fabrication and installation in the greater Greensboro, Ashboro, Traid area.

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Our mission is to provide you with superior products and services through our network of fabricators. We provide access to some of the best craftsman in the business. We help ensure that your experience with our providers exemplifies the Quality, Service and value that YOU expect. If at any time you have any questions please feel free to contact us during your granite countertop purchase and installation. Granite Countertops

Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Discover Granite Countertops Albuquerque by T&T Stone. remnants from 9.99/sf

Custom Granite Countertops Albuquerque.

T&T Stone, provides high quality marble and granite for bathroom and kitchen countertops in Albuquerque. If you are considering natural stone kitchen counters, check out our competitive pricing and large selection of natural stones to choose from.

Vast Inventory Of Remnant Material Starting at $9.99/SF

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T&T Stone, is a family-owned and locally operated company that has been in the renovating business for almost a decade. Professionals in Marble, Silestone, Della terra quartz, Granite, Travertine and soap stone. Our company thrives in referrals from existing satisfied customers and new construction. Customer service and professional craftsmanship has always been our number one goal with each project. We guarantee quality and service whether if its a small bathroom countertop or a complete kitchen renovation.

Why choose us?

- Same day Removal of your old counter tops and install the new!
- 3-7 days turn around time from template to installation
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- No second or third party ; We do it all
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- Competitive pricing

We use only the best materials and very detail to assure quality professional services!

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Our mission is to provide you with superior products and services through our network of fabricators. We provide access to some of the best craftsman in the business. We help ensure that your experience with our providers exemplifies the Quality, Service and value that YOU expect. If at any time you have any questions please feel free to contact us during your granite countertop purchase and installation. Granite Countertops

Monday, March 26, 2018

Why do Home Buyers Love Granite Countertops?

Making a home your own means adding touches that mirror personal taste but that also appeal to future buyers when it’s time to sell.

Since kitchens and bathrooms are very high-use rooms, most homeowners want give these areas a distinctive look that will also add to their home’s value. One of the best ways to make these rooms standouts is adding granite countertops.

Granite Basics

For a stone, granite displays an amazing variety of patterns and colors. It traces its origins to a time when molten rock burst out of the earth’s core. Depending on the part of the globe where it originates, granite forms with dense, sparkling swirls. The most popular choices have gray, pink, or white tones. Since no two pieces are alike, this stone is unique for home use. After miners retrieve granite slabs, they polish them to reveal the finished pattern and color before sending them to countertop manufacturers. Beyond the appeal of a particular slab to a homeowner’s personal taste, granite countertops offer a number of important benefits :

They Resist Heat

Since these countertops resist heat, there’s no danger of burning or scorching if someone sets a hot skillet or a heated hair appliance on one. The stone naturally feels cool to the touch, making it a good working surface in the kitchen.

They’re Beautiful and Unique

The beauty of granite countertops boosts a home’s resale value, making them one home improvement with a great ROI. Just as a homeowner takes pleasure in granite’s appearance, prospective buyers viewing a property will think “top of the line” when they spy these countertops. Pitting, specks, patterns, and color variations give this stone a natural and completely distinctive appearance.

They Offer Structural Pluses

Think granite, think strong. While granite’s firm shape coupled with its flat surface makes these countertops particularly useful for cooking in the kitchen, the stone can also be put to great use as a patio countertop.

They Come in All Shapes and Sizes

It’s possible to fashion this versatile stone into any shape a homeowner prefers and even create some very fancy edges. Its ability to become an oval, an arch, or another favorite shape allows a homeowner to choose some unique countertops.
There are a number of ways to get a custom look without straining a bank account. In some cases, ¼”-thick granite tops substrate board to lower cost. It’s also possible to mix granite with other materials. Another way to cut cost is interspersing remnants with laminate or other materials. For a focal point that’s easy on the budget, consider limiting the use of granite in the kitchen to an island countertop, which is easy to create with a remnant.

They Don’t Require an Undermount Sink

The need to use an undermount sink is a concern for many homeowners who love all the other benefits of granite. In fact, it’s not necessary. Some good choices include vessel sinks, self-rimming or top-mounting sinks, and farmhouse or apron sinks.

They’re So Easy to Maintain and Repair

Granite is a very clean stone that forms a sanitary surface. It’s also relatively easy to clean by wiping it with a soft towel with warm water. Homeowners can also purchase a granite cleaner that applies a protective film to countertops. Acidic substances such as soda left on granite too long could cause damage. The use of sealants and stone cleansers can help prevent staining. Application of a sealer every year helps keep countertops in their best condition. If a stain does occur, a paste of flour and bleach left on it and then rinsed off is a fix. Because granite is a very durable stone, it’s hard to damage it in a home.

These countertops are difficult to scratch since the only materials that are as hard as granite are quartz and diamonds. If a countertop does chip, it’s easy for a professional to repair or replace it. Prospective buyers will love your granite countertops for the same reasons you do. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and designs that create a focal point in a home. You can rest assured that selecting this material adds a unique touch that you can both enjoy and consider an investment in your home’s value.

Makeover Your Kitchen or bathroom with granite or quartz countertops today. Visit GraniteMakeover.com for access to local professionals, Buy Direct and save!

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Custom Countertop Vendor Selection Process

Many factors go into selecting a vendor for your custom countertops.

Countertop Quality

Quality is a difficult value to measure. Looking at photos of a vendors work will give you an indication of quality but be careful that the photos are actually of their work. Attention to details such as showing of seams and fabrication skills can give a good indication of the quality and care that a countertop fabricator will take with your countertops.

Countertop Price

Price is a reflection of your budget. Basically if you are looking for the cheapest price then typically other factors will be lacking. A fabricator with a very cheap price is not always the best option. To provide a quality product and attention to detail it takes resources. These resources cost money. You can get quality custom countertops at a great price but be prepared to sacrifice in some areas of customers service and service after the sale. Also your ability to prep the project and be involved can help reduce costs such as doing your own demo and removal of the current countertops.

Countertop Fabricator Reputation

Maintaining a good reputation takes work and if the fabricator has a good reputation online and with referrals then chances are they spend some resources on customers service and do what they say they are going to do. Managing and setting expectations is an important part of working with any vendor. Having a contract is an indication of a quality fabricator and this contract will clearly define what the fabricator will do for you through this remodeling project.

Countertop Referral

A referral from a reputable person where you can see the work of the vendor is a great place to start. You are a couple steps ahead of others when it comes to finding a vendor that has the potential to meet your needs. If you like the countertops and feel that the information about the experience from the referral sounds good to you chances are you will have a similar experience. I would still look at 2-3 more vendors just to be sure that you fell that the vendor is the right fit for you.

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What is better granite countertops vs quartz countertops vs mable countertops?

source: http://www.granitemakeover.com/Granite-Countertops/Granite-Vs-Quartz.asp

There is no clear way to say what is "countertop material is better" in general. Its really what is important to you. How we define this is to go over the properties of each material and see what matches with your goals.

Quartz Countertops

Durability ***** (5 Stars - A leader in resistance to daily use)

Stain/chemical Resistant **** (4 Stars - very resistant but can scratch and discolor in some conditions)

Visual Appeal *** (3 Stars - mimic natural stone more and more - certain commercial applications consistency in color make this a better choice)

Marketability *** (3 Stars - some value for resale but not the leader in this area)

Price ** (2 Stars - for the quality material this price is very expensive. knock off quartz does not have the qualities listed above.)

Lets talk about "quartz countertops". Quartz countertops claim to be extremely durable , stain and heat resistant. They are but more and more companies are put out inferior materials. how is quartz countertops made. Basically take any material such as quartz, glass and other materials and mash it up into little pieces. Then compress this material down as tight as possible and inject a material to hold everything together.. I have heard this called resin, epoxy, polymer.. these are all fancy words for plastic. Basically these very durable materials quartz, glass, etc are all held together with a plastic material. The more plastic the more susceptible the countertop will be to fading, and bleaching. The original companies that built the reputation of quartz countertops are now faced with cheaper knock of products that don't have the same durability factors as other countertops materials

Lets talk about the look of quartz countertops. The first quartz countertops on the market were very uniform in color and appearance. Over time the process and product has become more sophisticated. Many quartz products now have attempted to mimic the looks of natural stone. The only way to do this is to change the manufacturing process and the material to control colors of the material by coloring the plastic material. This increases the amount of viewable plastic and requires clear material to construct the countertops.

If you are going to go with a quartz countertop I recommend one with a warranty and a long one. These are going to be pretty expensive but based on what is coming into the market today. You will see more and more people complaining of issues with these cheaper quartz countertops and that will affect the market for the more reputable provided.

Granite Countertops

Durability ***** (5 Stars - A leader in resistance to daily use)

Stain/chemical Resistant **** (4 Stars - very resistant but can scratch and discolor in some conditions)

Visual Appeal **** (4 Stars - Natural Stone - runner up to the visual appeal of marble.)

Marketability ***** (5 Stars - Always listed in for sale listing as a value add.)

Price *** (3 Stars - Supply and demand has reduced cost and made this product more access able to more people.)

Granite became populate for residential home back in the early 80s and has been a market lead ever since. Since the housing crisis of 2007 the demand in the new home market dropped and the market had to respond with a more attractive price point for the residential consumer. Demand grew to remodel existing homes. All materials for countertops try to mimic the look and appearance of granite countertops. Granite countertops will remain a leader for some time to come. Granite Countertops have the greatest perceived value when it comes to selling your home. All other materials do not have the same level of desirability to the general public.

Maintenance is low to once a year applying a sealing application. granite is extremely hear resistant and stain resistance but sealing your stone is important to its long standing beauty.

Marble Countertops

Durability *** (3 Stars - Marble is used for statues due to it properties and ability to last many life times but for kitchen use this material is not recommended without some kind of intense sealing application.)

Stain/chemical Resistant ** (2 Stars - not resistant can scratch, etch and discolor in most conditions)

Visual Appeal **** (5 Stars - Natural Stone - this is the most beautiful stone available.)

Marketability ***** (5 Stars - Always listed in for sale listing as a value add.)

Price ** (2 Stars - marble is still one of the most expense materials on the market and is fragile to work with so does cost more to fabricate.)

When it comes to beauty of natural stone nothing can quite match the look of marble and the veining for the whites, blacks, reds and greens. Marble is made from compressed limestone. This is not a very durable material to stand up to kitchen use but has been widely accepted in bathrooms and for fireplaces and other decorative areas. Limestone is porous and can stain pretty easily.

Maintenance is low in the appropriate setting.

Tuesday, March 13, 2018

The guide to kitchen remodel with Granite or quartz Countertops.

A great way to set your home apart in a competitive market is to add some upgrades to your kitchen and bathrooms, for an instant estimate of granite or quartz countertops visit granitemakeover.com Upgrading from formica or tile to custom countertops can increase foot traffic to your home over the competition and may shorten the time to sell and or increase your sales price. Be sure to select a stone color that matches your current space. Pick up colors from your cabinets floors and walls. This is the safest way to enhance the space.

To prepare for your project Lets look at some element of the project so we can get an idea of what will affect the costs of your kitchen remodeling project specifically your Granite Makeover:

The price for custom countertops may vary greatly due to a couple main factors:

Material Selection

Material Sizes

Granite marble and other natural stones come in many shapes and sizes for countertops. Granite marble and comes in tile sizes (12x12), "prefab" or pre made to countertop depth ( 30" X 96" ), and slab sizes (6' x 8' to 6' x 11'). For countertop Applications the main factor in selecting the size of the material is the larger the material the less seams in your kitchen or bathroom project. Seams take your eyes away from the beauty of the material and the flow of the surface. less seams the better. We will speak to slab material mostly as it is the preferred method with the least amount of seams.

Material Thickness

Slab granite, quartz, and marble come in 2 main thicknesses. 2cm (approx. 3/4 of an inch) and 3cm (approximately 1 1/4 inches). Any stone thinner than 2 cm would be tile size because it would break if it was any thicker at larger sizes. We have seen granite in slab form as thick as 7cm or 3 inches thick. The thicker the stone the harder it is to handle due to the weight of the material.