Everything you want to know about countertops and other surfaces

Over the past few decades, the popularity of stone countertops has increased significantly. As a result, many new fabricators have entered the industry with the desire to lower expenses and increase revenues as much as possible. This has created the demand for fast production and installations, eliminating the lamination process by reducing the apparent thickness at the edgework detail to only 3cm (1 1/8") by using a thicker and heavier 3cm (1 1/8") stone.

USP Granite along with many other authorities in this industry consider 2cm (3/4") installations with proper substrates to be superior to 3cm (1 1/8") installations, that are unsupported by substrates, for different reasons. Read More About This

If you want less maintenance and more consistency in color and pattern, quartz is a better fit. Granite is great for those who love the uniqueness of natural stone.

Nope! That's one of quartz's biggest perks - no sealing, ever.

Generally, once a year is enough, but this can vary depending on your usage and the type of granite.

A soft cloth, warm water, and mild dish soap will do the trick. Avoid bleach or abrasive pads.

Absolutely. Its non-porous surface means bacteria and germs don't stand a chance.

Over the past few decades, the popularity of stone countertops has increased significantly. As a result, many new fabricators have entered the industry with the desire to lower expenses and increase revenues as much as possible. This has created the demand for fast production and installations, eliminating the lamination process by reducing the apparent thickness at the edgework detail to only 3cm (1 1/8") by using a thicker and heavier 3cm (1 1/8") stone.

USP Granite along with many other authorities in this industry consider 2cm (3/4") installations with proper substrates to be superior to 3cm (1 1/8") installations, that are unsupported by substrates, for different reasons. Read More About This

While quartz is highly scratch-resistant, we recommend using a cutting board to preserve its finish and your knives.

It's heat-resistant but not heat-proof. Use a hot pad or trivet to protect the surface.

Yes, small chips can be filled with a color-matched epoxy for a seamless fix.