Stone is one of several materials that you can use for your
If you’re not operating on a shoestring budget and you want a countertop that looks elegant and will last for ages, marble is the ideal choice for you. However marble requires that you care for it properly in order for it to look its best. Marble is not affected by heat, but is susceptible to stains and is porous. It needs to be treated with a special stone sealer that will reduce its porosity, and this will prevent water from penetrating the surface. You must make it a point to wipe up wine, fruit juice and other acidic food spills to prevent staining.
Other materials include soapstone and slate. Soapstone offers the greatest resistance to stains and spills. It’s a commonly used material in laboratories where spills are the order of the day. It can also take heavy duty traffic with ease. If you’re looking for a countertop professional in the Minneapolis area, we can help you get in touch with the best people in the industry. Whether you choose a granite countertop or a slate countertop, the looks and finish of the result will depend solely on the professional expertise of the contractor you hire for the job. Just fill out the form on this page, and you’ll receive up to four FREE estimates from
It'd be 3 seperate pieces, 1 countertop is 4.5 ft by 2, the other is 7 ft by 2 and a breakfast bar which would be 5 by 2, could I get an estimate on granite?
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