"Sean at Rapt Homes came to my rescue after I purchased cabinets from Lowe’s and couldn’t find anyone that would set them to the floor and install them. Had I found him earlier I could have saved money by having him build my kitchen island. He did help me return some very expensive corbels to Lowe’s and even after paying them a restocking fee Sean saved me a lot of money by furnishing quality corbels at a much lower price and even found me a better price than Lowe’s on a granite countertop. Sean also re-designed the sloppy Lowe’s island layout to make my kitchen much more user friendly and efficient and dressed the island up with trim and a pullout trash and recycle bin not provided by Lowe’s and all at a better price. I also had him build cabinets for my laundry room and am very happy with the results, giving me much better storage options for laundry detergent and other laundry goods. Sean was professional, easy to work with and his cabinet skills are exceptional."
"Very Well. Everyone at N C Counter Tops were very helpful and they took there time to explain to us what was going to be done. Jennifer who helped us start this process was Extremely helpful in helping us choose the right counter tops for our kitchen. I would highly recommend her and NC counterTops to everyone. Job well done. We love it."
"We have been working with Recinos Stone Design for nearly 10 years, and they have always been reliable, professional, and true to their word. As a home builder and renovation company, we value their integrity, responsibility, and quality workmanship. Yaritza and the entire crew consistently deliver what they promise. We highly recommend Recinos without hesitation."
We at Innovation Cultured Marble focus on bring quality cultured marble to your bathroom and kitchen. Call us for a free estimate on the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams. With over 30 years of experience we guarantee you will have the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams. We offer countertops, cabinets, vanity tops, tubs, shower floors and shower walls.
"Express Floors has completed Numerous jobs for me and have done an excellent job! We purchased our Countertops and LVP flooring from them! Would definitely use them again!"
We are committed to bringing our clients the most outstanding service experience ever as well as to properly and professionally care for and maintain their investment in natural stone.
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\nExecutive Stone Care is fully insured and our staff has been professionally trained in the repair, restoration and preservation of your natural stone. We utilize only the finest abrasives, cleaning agents and penetrating sealers available, and we completely stand behind all of our work.
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
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JMR Granite & Quartz LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
Grout Doctor of Durham/Goldsboro is the top choice for all of your grout and tile needs. We take pride in our customer satisfaction. Call us today! We look forward in working with you, on all your tile and grout projects.
GMNQ Stonework 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 12 years of industry experience, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our client's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
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.
Yes, you can generally put hot pans directly on a granite countertop without worrying about cracking, as it is a durable, heat-resistant stone that can withstand high temperatures. However, it is still highly recommended to use a trivet or hot pad as a precaution. Prolonged or repeated exposure to high heat can potentially cause discoloration or damage the countertop's sealant, making it more susceptible to staining. Additionally, the heat from a pan can transfer to the granite, creating a burn hazard for anyone who touches the surface shortly after.
A minimum overhang of 10 to 12 inches is generally recommended for countertop or island seating to provide enough legroom. For increased comfort, an overhang of 15 to 18 inches is ideal, allowing for more space and a relaxed experience. However, a 10-inch overhang can be sufficient in certain situations, such as for bar-height countertops, when using small stools, or in smaller kitchens where space is limited. Taller countertops may also require less overhang than shorter ones. Ultimately, you should consider your specific needs for legroom and measure to ensure the overhang fits comfortably within your kitchen's layout.
There are many benefits of granite countertops, but it’s not unusual for them to have seams—especially if you’re working with small slabs joined together. Seams are common on larger islands where the installer needs to use more than one granite slab to cover the surface. Luckily, because seams are normal in granite countertops, pros know how to hide them properly, so you’d never know they were there.
The cost to install a quartz countertop is around $60 to $150 per square foot,so it’s more affordable than high-end stainless steel. The costs are similar if you’re looking for a natural stone, like quartzite.
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