Best Granite tops in Chicago
Stone Emporium specializes in the fabrication an installation of natural stones. We have been servicing the Chicago area for over 12 years. Our varieties of stones are appropriate for any commercial or residential spaces. We offer our clients the highest quality of stone tops, fireplaces and bathroom solution ions, competitive pricing and a knowledgeable team of professionals to assist you through any project, small or large. Bring the luxury of natural stone to your home.
What is granite?
When you choose to buy from Stone Emporium, you get a staff of skilled artisans who are highly experienced.
What about quartz patterns?
With the look of natural stone, minus the maintenance, these surfaces give granite a run for its money. In the past, the biggest knock against quartz was that it lacked the patterns and color variations you get with natural stone. But that’s a moot point now, with all the manufacturers offering multihued slabs with enough flecks, swirls, and random patterning to make them almost indistinguishable from the real thing. They were once available only with a polished finish; now you can get one with a honed, sandblasted, or embossed treatment. So if it’s the look of matte limestone, textured slate, or glossy granite that you want, there’s a quartz countertop for you. Read on for help picking one to match your budget, your cooking and cleaning needs, and your style.
Our Process
- We set up a time for to visit your home to take some measurements, present some samples and guide you thru the process, or send us a sketch for quote purposes.
- You will get a price quote. Once we know the complexity of the installation, including the edge profile, number of slabs, and cutout details, we can quote the actual cost of the entire job.
- We will get the slab from the distributor or direct from the manufacturer and shape it to your specs in about a week. If you’re using multiple slabs, consider asking us to match the patterns between the slabs.
- Installation is our last step. We lay the slab directly on top of cabinets. It’s held in place with silicone-based construction adhesive, and any seams between slabs are filled with color-matched epoxy resin. Undermount sinks are installed with clips that attach to the underside of the countertop. Expect installation for a typical kitchen to take from a few hours to a day.
The non-porous nature of quartz countertops means resealing every few months is not necessary. Cleaning is also simple – wiping with a damp cloth takes care of all types of spills.
The Stone Emporium will guide you thru the process of choosing and picking the right color for your project, we work and collaborate with the main stone suppliers in the Chicago area.
Call us today at 312-532-8111 to see firsthand Stone Emporium’s selection of quartz countertops. One of our friendly representatives can explain every step of the buying process, including an initial consultation, measuring, and final installation. Stone Emporium Chicago is certified to fabricate and install quartz countertops according to the stringent guidelines set by each company.
Our phone number is 312-532-8111.