Natural Stone: High durability, unique beauty and elegance, resistance to heat/cold, high resistance to etching, requires sealing, easy cleanup, high resistance to UV rays. Best in bathrooms to withstand heat from flat irons. Stain removal and repair more viable. Requires maintenance care for longevity.
Engineered Material: High durability, uniform patterns and elegance, resistance to heat/cold, high resistance to etching, no sealing required, easy cleanup, low resistance to UV rays. Surface will discolor with flat irons in bathroom. Once stained, remains stained. Does not require maintenance.
Granite is widely considered to be the best stone slab for kitchen countertops, thus remains the most popular stone. Known for its durability, range of colors and unique patterns - its reputation as a premium stone material will ignite any project design.
If you want unique and natural beauty - granite is an excellent choice. Due to porous nature, it is beneficial to wipe up oil, red/dark liquids promptly - and sealing it once a year is all the preservation maintenance required.
Quartzite is rising as dealer's choice bringing exquisite beauty and hails its advantages of heat resistance and UV resistance. Known to offer stunning vein patterns, quartzite is of high quality and and grants captivating design potential.
If you desire striking beauty and elegance - quartzite is an excellent choice - especially for waterfall designs. Due to porous nature, it is beneficial to wipe up oil, red/dark and acidic liquids promptly - and sealing it once a year is all the preservation maintenance required.
Dolomite is the preferred choice for marble lovers. It offers greater durability and price advantage over marble. Known for bold patterns and striking beauty, it is growing in its presence amongst designers.
If you prefer natural stone, but granite and quartzite price-points do not match your budget - dolomite is an excellent choice. Due to porous nature, it is beneficial to wipe up oil, red/dark and acidic liquids promptly - and sealing it twice a year is all the preservation maintenance required.
Quartz is ideal for families with busy kitchens - able to handle excessive mess and spills. It is a popular choice for modern kitchens and its low maintenance provides an advantage for busy families.
If you desire uniformity and a wide array of pattern and pigments, quartz is an excellent choice. Due to non-porous nature, maintenance is on the low side. Quartz consistent appearance and beauty is best when not under direct sunlight as it will discolor over time.
Porcelain offers high durability for streamlined budgets. It has a low absorption rate and makes clean-up very easy. Choosing the porcelain option provides for many patterns and pigments to choose from.
If you desire making a statement above laminate countertops that is cost effective - porcelain is an excellent choice. However, porcelain is vulnerable to impact drops - so if you can be clumsy in the kitchen or are prone to hitting corners - porcelain may not be viable as it can crack and chip more easily than natural stone options.
Granite is the only material uniquely qualified for outdoor use.
My Granite Guys carries a select inventory that is most popular with current trends. With our internal inventory, you are only required to purchase square footage used.
If our live inventory does not suit your desires, we will send you to our a slab wholesaler so that you can select from wider selections. Outsourced material requires purchase of full slab per distributors' requirements. Cost of material special orders is due prior to install date.
My Granite Guys provides a 1-year warranty on the install.
If you order engineered materials, warranties are provided per manufacturer's policies.
Natural stones do not have warranties.
My Granite Guys carries a select standard inventory that is included in the price of your install. If you desire a special order sink of your choosing, we will template your design accordingly.