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Aceno Granite LLC
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Stone Slab Countertops - Install (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

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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Bates R & R
New to Angi
Stone Restoration & Polishing

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

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.

Griffs construction
New to Angi
Stone Restoration & PolishingStone Slab Countertops - Install (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)Stone Slab Countertops - Repair (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Specializing in FRAMING, REMODELING, SIDING, FLOORING, TILING, KITCHEN AND BATH REMODELING! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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engle home improvement
New to Angi
Stone Restoration & Polishing

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

Corian® is a popular countertop alternative to quartz. Created from an acrylic resin and natural minerals, Corian® resembles quartz and offers some similar benefits, but it comes at a cheaper price. Corian® countertops cost an average of $26 to $65 per square foot, which is less than half of what quartz countertops usually cost. The downside is that Corian® isn’t as durable as quartz, particularly regarding its resistance to scratches and high temperatures.

No, you should not put a hot pan or pot directly on a quartz countertop. While quartz is generally heat-resistant, the resin binders used in its manufacturing are sensitive to extreme heat from items exceeding 150 degrees Fahrenheit. This can damage the resin, leading to discoloration, burns, or even cracking. To prevent permanent damage, always use trivets or hot pads for hot cookware.

Mitered edge countertops are usually 2 to 2.5 inches thick. The thickness accounts for the 45-degree angle required to form a seamless corner, resulting in a dramatic and thick-edged appearance.

Silestone® is heat-resistant, so it can handle moderately high temperatures for a short period of time. That said, exposure to high heat can cause serious damage. You should never take a hot pan off the stove and place it directly on your countertop. Temperatures above 300 degrees Fahrenheit can leave marks or discoloration on the surface. Instead, use a trivet.

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.

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