COUNTERTOPS
Countertops
Countertops are perhaps one of the most important parts of a kitchen. It’s one of the first things people see when they walk into your kitchen or bathroom. If you have an older countertop you might even feel embarrassed when people see it! Don’t worry, we will work with you to select the perfect countertop for your kitchen, bathroom or any room you need it. We offer some of the best brand names and materials for countertops and our prices can be tailored to fit your budget. We have the resources to get what you want!
Granite and Marble are popular materials for counters but we have many selections to choose from!
Granite, marble and quartz are available in pre fab 2cm, pre fab 3 cm and 3 cm slabs.
Granite
Granite is an important structural and ornamental stone, and due to its high compressive strength and durability, it is used for massive structural work. Fine-grained granite is employed for ornamental and monumental work as well as for inscription purposes. It is the hardest of structural stones. Its mineral-rich colors, the hardness and density, make it an ideal choice for flooring, counter tops, vanities as well as exterior applications. A broad range of elegant patterns and colors makes granite the most versatile and durable of all stones. It is also the most “maintenance free” of all stones.
Granite is composed of quartz, feldspars and micas, as well as traces of a wide variety of other minerals. These minerals contribute to the color and texture of the various granites. Crystal size is somewhat determined by the rate at which the granite cools: the slower the cooling process, the larger the crystals grow. Faster cooling produces fine-grained granites. Granites get their wonderful variety of colors and patterns from minerals that are melted into the liquid mass as it is formed.
Quartz
Quartz is an excellent choice for homeowners that want a look similar to natural stone with the care-free benefits of solid surfaces. Created by combining natural minerals with colored resins, quartz countertops tend to have a more uniform appearance than stone surfaces. Available in a vast range of colors, quartz countertops can stand up to years of use with little to no maintenance required.
Marble
Marbles are formed from limestone or dolomite that has undergone enough heat and pressure to get metamorphosized into a crystalline structure. This metamorphosis takes place when the weight of overlying material, pressure from crystal collisions and heat from the earth’s core generate temperatures in excess of 1800ºF. It has an interlocking or mosaic texture composed of crystalline grain of calcite, dolomite or both. Texture of marble depends on the form, size and uniformity of grains. The chemical constituents of marble determine the color of the marble. Generally calcite and dolomite marbles are of pure white color. Variations of whiteness of pure marbles are due to the mixture of foreign substances. Such impurities form bands, streaks and clouds. Black and grayish shades are due to graphite; pinks, reds are mainly due to the presence of manganese oxides or hematite.
While granite, marble and quartz countertops are some of the most popular choices for countertops, there are many other options available to our customers.
To make sure you understand the differences, benefits and special considerations for each material, be sure to visit our showroom to talk to our talented team of cabinet specialists. We can help you to understand how your choices will affect the form and function of your new cabinetry. You can then make an educated decision, and love everything about your new countertops.
Some of Our Popular Brands
We do not offer the following edges here at BKBP: Classic Ogoe, Step Half Bullnose, Double Ogoe, Triple Pencil and Dupont Bullnose
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