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Aceno Granite LLC
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Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Small jobs welcome

Aceno Granite, was established in 2004 by John Guhin; and is family owned and operated. Aceno off?ers full slabs and remnants of granite and quartz in our slab yard! Our fabrication team and installers are in-house employees who take the time to prepare your project with precision and care. Our on staff designers listen to your ideas to help you design a beautiful space.\n

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Todd
New to Angi

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

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Hello, I offer a multitude of services including handyman, cabinet installation, a multitude of repair and construction services, and more. Feel free to reach out to me to see if I can help you with whatever services you need completed.

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Bates R & R
New to Angi

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Credit card accepted

Bates' R & R is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

engle home improvement
New to Angi

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Engle Home Improvement has the experience and knowledge necessary to make sure that your project is completed on time with quality service and workmanship. We will help you design your new space and we strive to complete each project on time and at or under budget. Our many years of remodeling experience have given us the knowledge and skills needed to accomplish this from day one and throughout the duration of the project. Your satisfaction is important to us. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you.

Stone Countertops questions, answered by experts

Installations can be done on drywall, plaster, brick, concrete, and tile, with specialized anchors or fasteners as needed.

Engineered stone is known for its durability, lasting 15 to 20 years or longer. Of course, this range assumes high-quality materials and regular maintenance. After a couple of decades, the stone will start showing its age. Watch for discoloration, fading, stains, and burns, but it’s unlikely that engineered stone will experience structural failure.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

It is not recommended to put a hot pan directly on a marble countertop. While marble is heat-resistant, it is not completely heat-proof, and extreme or prolonged exposure to high heat can cause discoloration, cracking, or chipping. Pans may also scratch or nick the surface. To protect your countertop and maintain its integrity, always use trivets or hot pads. Note that faux marble finishes do not resist heat and require protection from hot items at all times.

Fortunately, there are many types of heatproof countertops. Granite, quartzite, concrete, and stainless steel are all fiery contenders. These surfaces work best in busy kitchens where hot pots, pans, and baking sheets are part of the daily routine. Plus, their durability means you get a long-lasting work surface that won’t flinch at a bit of heat or heavy use. However, many stone and concrete counters require a sealer, which is typically not heatproof.

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