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Can you explain the process of ordering?
You can order our products(Bathroom Counter Tops & Kitchen Countertops) any time you have to follow these few steps:
- Fill up the product bid form. This will contain your project detail
- Select fabricators of your choice.
- Then we will provide you the list of fabricators of your nearest place.
- Now we will communicate you for further dealing.
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Is granite expensive for my kitchen countertop?
Granite is the excellent choice for kitchen countertop. You will find the competitive cost of granite with us. You can find the cheap and best option here. Its durability and efficient colors makes it the most recommended material among homeowners. |
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Can I design for my project?
Yes, you can design with us. If you do not like any of our design layouts or 3D image, you can design of your choice and send it us, for further process. |
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What is your functional area?
CountertopMatrix operates at all the states of USA. Place you order from any corner of United States. We provide you the details of fabricators of kitchen countertops, bathroom counter tops and vanity tops. |
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Can I cut on my Granite countertop?
Granite is harder material than knife. If you use granite as a cutting surface it will blunt knife very quickly. Always use wooden surface to cut and chop |
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Can granite stains or burn?
Granite can not burn easily in normal conditions. Granite also does not stain easily.
But few colors may absorb moisture. Most of the colors do not absorb colors. Usually no evidence remains after rinsing. Use stone sealer for granite countertop after installation. |
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Can granite top be damaged?
Normally it is not possible. Like any other natural stone granite can be damaged. Unsealed granite can absorb stains such as oil. But apply periodic sealant into granite. Although you can place hot pans directly on it but use trivets, potholders and coasters to keep your countertop out of harm's way. |
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Will my granite countertop look like your online images?
These samples are digital images. They can be differing from your original countertop.
The colors may not be absolutely correct. Granite is natural stone and has variations in color, tone, patterns etc. These variations are natural. |
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How should I clean granite?
Granite is the most durable stone among and is the much harder than any other stone. Granite itself is the most stain resistant but unsealed granite can damage easily. Use mild phosphate free, biodegradable liquid dish soap, soap flakes or powder which contains no aromatics. Than thorough rinse and dry with cotton cloth. |
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Can I set hot pot on my granite counter tops?
Granite is formed by extreme heat and pressure. It can not be easily affected by heat from cook top and frying pans. Granite will have no melting effect and will not leave any burned marks. You can use hot pots and frying pans direct to granite countertops. |
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Can granite be repaired?
It is not easy to damage granite. If any scratch occurs it can be sealed. You need not to worry about its protection. |
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Can granite crack?
No, with regular use granite can not crack. Granite is most susceptible to cracks during shipping and installation. |
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How granite formed?
Granite is igneous rock of visible crystalline formation and texture. It is composed of feldspar, quartz and mica. It start off as liquid magma deep within the earth’s core where it is cooled and compressed over millions of years under tons of pressure. Then it is quarried. Now it ready to cut and polished. |
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How granite and marble are different?
Granite and marble can be differentiating in hardness and many other qualities like granite is highly dense material. Granite is more durable then marble. But Marble has a variety of elegance colors. Granite composed deep inside the earth and marble is formed from sediments rocks. Both have durability. Both stones can use in residential and commercial places. |
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Does granite have pits?
Granite has little pits that are the part of stones structure. But these pits are not as much larger as other stones have. But pits can be minimized by applying sealer to the surface of counter top. |
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What I consider at the time of buying granite counter top?
Granite is hardest and the most durable stone. It is also stain and heat resistant. Granite is available in various colors and texture. An important issue about granite is that two pieces of granite can not be same. Each lot can contain unique combinations. |
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What should I consider when buying Marble or Granite?
Most of Homeowners are less familiar with the characteristics of marble or granite. They prefer it according to its visual superiority and elegance colors. It totally depends upon time the material delivered. Color pattern can be different at the time of delivery. But interior designer and architects view it as an advantage. Granite is more durable and hard natural stone for kitchen counter tops. Marble is ideal stone for bathroom counter tops and vanity tops |
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What is the difference between marble and granite?
Marble and granite both are natural stones and both can use in commercial and residential applications. Both are quarried from earth. Granite is formed deep in earth at very high temperature. Granite is the hardest and stain resistant. Marble is a sedimentary rock. After millions of year it coagulates into stones. Its main component is calcium; it can be affected by acids. |
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How can I clean my marble and other stone countertop?
Always use mild stone cleaners. Never use powdered cleansers to clean your stone. Powdered cleansers contain pumice. It can be the cause of damage. Never use acidic cleaners that include substance like ammonia. Mild stone cleansers and dish cleaners can save your stone countertop. |
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Is Granite or marble good for kitchen countertop?
Marble is easy to scratch and is affected by acidic substances. But this is not same with granite. Marble is suggested for fireplaces, bathroom vanity tops and Jacuzzi tops. After diamond granite is considered second in hardness. Its polished surface is not subject to staining by acids such as vinegars, ketchup etc. It can not be scratched by knives. By hot pots and pans it can not be etched easily. |
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Is marble good for kitchen counter tops?
Marble is not good for kitchen countertop. Marble is a good choice for bathroom counter and vanity tops. Although after sealing it is not as solid as granite and it is more porous. It can easily stain in highly used area like kitchen. So use it frequently in bathroom countertop and vanity tops. |
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Can Marble be sealed?
After installation it is possible. Marble can be sealed after the fabrication, but its porous nature does not make it a durable material for kitchen countertop. Do not use it at high traffic area. |
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Can we use marble in vanity tops?
No doubt, Marble is appropriate for bathroom vanity tops, countertop and floorings. But use it at lowest traffic area. |
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Where should I use marble?
Use marble in bathroom vanity tops. It also can used number of other applications like bathroom countertop, Jacuzzi surrounds, fireplaces and floorings. Generally use it in a low traffic area. |
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Do you offer free estimation?
First we will collect your personal information such as your name, phone number, address, e-mail address, state, zip etc. and your project details such as material, layout, edges, size of countertop and your budget etc. We will forward it your selected fabricators. Now fabricators will communicate you for further process. |
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What is your payment policy?
Our services are different from others. We will provide you a list of fabricators. Here client have great option to choose fabricators on competitive price. Client can compare them as per their requirements. These fabricators will be customer’s nearest place. Now we will communicate you for further process.
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