Professional Natural Stone, Porcelain Tile & Slabs in Cambridge, ON

Quartz and granite are very comparable therefore customers should select the stone based on the colour and pattern they prefer. Quartz is consistent in pattern and colour, requires no maintenance, and is scratch/stain/heat resistant. Granite does require maintenance; however, the pattern tends to have more life and character to it, making it more of a focal point piece. Granite is also scratch and heat resistant (but not proof).

We recommend resealing every 1-2 years depending on how your countertop is used and the type of stone you have. To determine if a reseal is necessary simply spray water randomly over your countertop, if the water beads on the surface your sealer is still ok otherwise you need to reseal.

Granite weighs approximately 18-20 lbs per sq. ft., quartz weighs about 15 lbs per sq. ft. Most kitchen cabinets can support the weight of the countertop.

Soapstone can be sanded to remove scratches and dents, but once it is treated with Linseed oil, you will not be able to sand it to its original finish.

Certain types of porcelain can be used for countertops however the porcelain must be glued to a granite as a sub straight. Some manufacturers avoid this process by manufacturing thicker pieces.