Granite Outlet, LLC 
Beautiful Quality Designs
Beautiful Quality Designs
Tips & Tricks
How do I know when my stone needs to be sealed?
A simple way to tell is to drop water on the area. If it does not pool and is instantly absorbed, sealing is suggested.
What is the difference between 2cm and 3cm?
The 2cm thick stone is approximately 3/4" thick. The 3cm is approximately 1 3/16" thick. We recommend using the 3cm for the kitchen countertops for both aesthetic reasons and structural reasons.
What type of sink do I use?
You can use either a drop in (ridge sits on top of granite) or an under mount sink. An under mount sink is fastened from the underneath of the granite. The rim of the sink does not show and the granite will be polished and will appear to be the rim of the sink. Most people use the under mount sink so the beauty of the granite can be shown.
Can I use marble as a kitchen countertop?
You can, but we don't recommend it because it is a more porous stone. Marble is more prone to staining and scratching. If you do go with marble it is highly suggested to get the stone sealed regularly.
Are you ready?
Things we need to know:
*Square footage of the countertop
*Edge type
*Sink type
*Blacksplash- the standard is 4 inches.
*Tear out of existing countertops?
Choosing a stone
What colors are complimentary to your cabinets, flooring, paint, etc. When you come for a visit if you have samples, we can help match up the right stone for you.
We have many samples in stock and can assist you in finding that specific stone you are looking for. We work with 6 different suppliers so if a special stone is requested we will be able to find it!
There are several different edges available for your project
some are shown below:
A simple way to tell is to drop water on the area. If it does not pool and is instantly absorbed, sealing is suggested.
What is the difference between 2cm and 3cm?
The 2cm thick stone is approximately 3/4" thick. The 3cm is approximately 1 3/16" thick. We recommend using the 3cm for the kitchen countertops for both aesthetic reasons and structural reasons.
What type of sink do I use?
You can use either a drop in (ridge sits on top of granite) or an under mount sink. An under mount sink is fastened from the underneath of the granite. The rim of the sink does not show and the granite will be polished and will appear to be the rim of the sink. Most people use the under mount sink so the beauty of the granite can be shown.
Can I use marble as a kitchen countertop?
You can, but we don't recommend it because it is a more porous stone. Marble is more prone to staining and scratching. If you do go with marble it is highly suggested to get the stone sealed regularly.
Are you ready?
Things we need to know:
*Square footage of the countertop
*Edge type
*Sink type
*Blacksplash- the standard is 4 inches.
*Tear out of existing countertops?
Choosing a stone
What colors are complimentary to your cabinets, flooring, paint, etc. When you come for a visit if you have samples, we can help match up the right stone for you.
We have many samples in stock and can assist you in finding that specific stone you are looking for. We work with 6 different suppliers so if a special stone is requested we will be able to find it!
There are several different edges available for your project
some are shown below:
Edge Profiles
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Standard |
Half Bullnose
Edge
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Demi Bullnose |
Full Bullnose |
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Bevel Edge |
Ogee Edge |
Dupont |
Waterfall |
