Ambiance Stone provides custom stone fabrication and installation for kitchen and bathroom countertops. The process of fabricating custom stone kitchen countertops involves several detailed steps, from selecting the right stone to precise installation in your kitchen. Here’s an overview of the key stages:
1. Consultation and Stone Selection
- Material Choice: The first step is choosing the type of stone for the countertops. Common choices include granite, marble, quartz, soapstone, and engineered stones. Each material has different characteristics in terms of durability, maintenance, and appearance.
- Color and Pattern: Stone slabs come in a variety of colors and patterns, ranging from subtle to bold. The chosen slab can be visited and inspected at a supplier’s showroom or yard to ensure it matches the desired look.
- Budget and Preferences: Customization can vary in terms of edge profiles, finishes, and cutouts for sinks and appliances, so the client’s budget and preferences are essential factors.
2. Template Creation and Measurement
- Precise Measurements: Our technician visits the site to take detailed measurements of the kitchen, including the size and shape of the countertops, ensuring accurate cuts. A digital template may be created using laser measuring tools or physical templates made from wood or plastic to match the layout of the kitchen.
- Cutouts and Overhangs: Measurements will also account for sink cutouts, cooktop cutouts, and overhangs or special shapes if the countertop extends beyond the cabinets for seating.
3. Stone Slab Fabrication
- Cutting the Slab: The selected stone slab is transported to a fabrication facility where specialized saws and cutting machines are used to shape the countertop. Water-jet or CNC machines are often used for precise cutting.
- Edge Profiles: The edges of the countertops are shaped and polished according to the customer’s preference. Common edge profiles include straight, beveled, bullnose, ogee, and waterfall. Some custom countertops may have intricate or layered edges.
- Polishing and Finishing: Once the stone is cut and the edges are formed, the surface of the stone is polished to the desired finish. This can range from a high gloss for a shiny look to a matte or honed finish for a softer, more natural appearance.
- Sealing: Natural stones like granite or marble are typically sealed to protect the surface from stains and moisture. Sealing can help prolong the life of the countertop and make it easier to clean.
4. Delivery and Installation
- Transporting the Countertop: After fabrication, the stone countertop is carefully transported to the installation site. Large countertops may need to be delivered in sections due to weight and size.
- Fitting and Installation: We will carefully position the countertop pieces on the kitchen cabinets, ensuring a precise fit. They may make final adjustments to ensure the pieces align perfectly and all seams are tight.
- Seam Joining and Sealing: If the countertop consists of multiple pieces, seams are carefully aligned and joined using epoxy or resin to make them as inconspicuous as possible. Installers will also seal any gaps or edges where the stone meets walls or backsplashes.
- Final Sealing and Cleanup: After installation, the countertop may undergo a final sealing to protect against moisture and stains. Our installers will clean the surface and ensure everything is level, secure, and ready for use.
5. Post-Installation Care
- Inspection and Instructions: Once the countertop is installed, a final inspection is conducted to ensure everything is up to standard. We can provide care instructions specific to the stone material, including cleaning tips and recommended sealant reapplications.
Ambiance Stone ensures that the custom stone kitchen countertop fits perfectly and enhances both the functionality and aesthetics of the kitchen. You can click the following link to view our many 5-star Google Reviews. You can contact us today at (860) 357-3183 to schedule a no-cost consultation and estimate.
Our Service Areas:
Base in Berlin, CT, Ambiance Stone services the following an surrounding towns of; New Britain, Newington, Cromwell, Middletown, Portland, Meriden, Wethersfield, West Hartford, Hartford, Bristol, Cheshire, East Hartford, Wolcott, East Hampton, Prospect, Killingworth and beyond!
