Kitchen countertops
Perimeter runs, sink and cooktop cutouts, and backsplashes cut from the same slab so the color carries through.
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Calacatta-look quartzEngineered stone · 3 cm · polished
Jumbo slab, 126 × 63 in
The stone
A few of the looks we work with. Select one to see it on an island.
What we make
Perimeter runs, sink and cooktop cutouts, and backsplashes cut from the same slab so the color carries through.
Large single-piece tops where the slab allows, with seating overhangs sized and supported correctly.
Single and double vanity tops with undermount sink cutouts. Smaller tops can often come from remnants.
Wet bars, coffee stations and basement kitchens built to hold up to real use.
Hearths, surrounds, window sills and shower ledges in the same stone as the rest of the house.
Break rooms, reception desks, restaurants and offices for builders and businesses across the region.
Countertop builder
Choose a material, color, edge and rough size, then send it with your estimate request.
Engineered, non-porous and never needs sealing.
Representative patterns. Every slab is different, so see the real one before you choose.
Counters are figured at the standard 25.5 in depth. Most kitchens land between 30 and 60 sq ft.
Choosing a material
All three make a beautiful, long-lasting countertop. The right one depends on how you cook, how much upkeep you want, and the look you are after.
| Compare | Granite | Quartz | Quartzite |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Natural stone quarried in slabs. Every one is different. | Engineered stone made from crushed quartz and resin. | Natural stone formed from sandstone under heat and pressure. |
| Look | Speckled to dramatic movement, deep color range. | Consistent pattern, including clean whites and marble looks. | Marble-like veining with more toughness than marble. |
| Heat | Very heat resistant. | Use trivets. High direct heat can mark the resin. | Very heat resistant. |
| Upkeep | Reseal every 1 to 2 years. | Non-porous. Never needs sealing. | Seal periodically, like granite. |
| Best for | Busy kitchens and anyone who wants a one-of-a-kind slab. | Families who want low maintenance and a uniform look. | The marble look without marble's softness. |
How it works
Tell us about the project, then pick your material, color, edge and sink.
Day oneOnce your base cabinets are set and level, we measure precisely and mark every cutout and seam.
When cabinets are inYour slab is cut, edged and polished to the template, with seams placed where they show least.
About two weeksWe set, level and seam the tops, usually in one day. Your plumber reconnects the sink after.
One dayTemplate day checklist
Common questions
Choose granite if you want a one-of-a-kind natural slab with strong heat resistance and you are fine resealing it every year or two. Choose quartz if you want a consistent look and a non-porous surface that never needs sealing. Keep quartz away from direct high heat and use trivets for hot pans.
Price depends on the material and color, the square footage, the edge profile and the number of cutouts. Most kitchens fall between 30 and 60 square feet. Use the countertop builder above to find your square footage, then request a free estimate for an exact price.
It is typically about two weeks from templating to installation, depending on material availability. Installation itself usually takes one day.
Schedule templating after your base cabinets are installed, level and secured. Have your sink, faucet and cooktop on site or their specs in hand, since cutouts are made from them.
Granite and quartzite should be resealed every one to two years. Quartz is non-porous and never needs sealing.
Yes. We make vanity tops, bar tops, window sills and shower ledges, and smaller pieces can often be cut from remnants to save money.
Yes. Mention it on the estimate form and tear-out and disposal can be added to your quote.
We install all over Iowa and the Omaha metro, including Des Moines, Council Bluffs, Ames, Sioux City and Fort Dodge, and we regularly travel for projects in neighboring states. Tell us where yours is.
Where we work
We work with homeowners, builders and cabinet shops all over Iowa and the Omaha metro, and we travel for projects across the Midwest.
Free estimate
Tell us about your project. Photos and rough measurements are helpful but not required.