Manufactured Stone Countertops

With dealers abound cultured stone products are easy to get your hands on.

Manufactured stone countertops.

Granite does have its share of maintenance issues but. This material is often referred to in the industry as quartz but the name engineered stone gives you a better idea of what it is. Or view our dealers listing by state. Cultured stone is as expensive as natural stone and in some cases can cost even more to install because it is heavier.

Cultured marble vs granite. These countertop offer an affordable way to improve the look and value of your home. An alternative to natural stone cut from pure marble or granite this factory made composite features crushed stone often quartz crystals in countertops and marble in wall and flooring products. Family owned and american made cambria natural quartz countertops and surfaces combine innovative design and durability for a lifetime of beauty.

Unlike natural stone countertops that are cut from pure granite marble or sandstone engineered stone counters are made from quartz crystals held together with a resin binder. Quartz countertops are maintenance free. Granite countertops need to be sealed and polished regularly. Plus this countertop material doesn t hold its value like natural stone.

They have a similar appearance to natural stone but they possess benefits not. Whatever your next project calls for there s a cultured stone veneer that caters to your sensibilities and budget. For over 50 years cultured stone has been the preferred source of manufactured stone veneer among builders and architects who value aesthetic efficiency and precision. Prefabricated countertops start at 34 99 per square foot installed and we also offer additional color choices for 39 99 and 44 99 per square foot installed.

Pricing for cultured stone increases with thickness color choices and name brand. Granite countertops cost range from 35 to 125 per square foot installed and can go as high as 200. Which is the same price range as a cultured marble vanity 44 68 psf. The average granite countertop installation costs 45 65 sq.

Granite also absorbs liquids and stains while quartz is completely nonabsorbent. Planet stone offers a variety of prefabricated granite countertops in a wide range of colors. Granite is composed of 40 60 quartz and other softer minerals and impurities.