Countertops - K2 Stoneworks

Stone Countertops

Quartz Countertops

Made from one of the hardest minerals on earth, quartz countertops are a durable option for any kitchen. Quartz countertops are nonporous, however, K2 Stoneworks seals every top that is fabricated in our shop. Quartz is NOT recommended for exterior use.

Granite Countertops

Granite countertops have a rich and unique beauty that few other countertop materials can match. Granite countertops are a natural product that take a high-quality kitchen to the next level visually and often become the centerpiece of the room.

With a large number of shades to work with, we’ll help you find one that blends perfectly with your kitchen cabinets, flooring and walls.

Granite is a very hard substance and extremely durable. Granite can be used both indoors as well as outdoors and is heat resistant.

Quartz Countertops

Unlike natural stone slabs, which are mined, these slabs are engineered in a factory. The primary ingredient is ground quartz (about 93%) , combined with polyester resins to bind it and pigments to give it color.

Due to the stones uniform pattern and color consistency, your selection of quartz can be chosen from our 12” x 6” sample pieces vs. whole slabs. We currently work with several different Quartz vendors offering LG Viatera, Silestone, Mont Surfaces, Envi, Caesarstone & Difinit, just to name a few options.. We also have quartz remnants for your smaller projects.

Quartz countertops are heat and scorch resistant, but only to a certain point. Most manufactures say their products can handle up to 400 degrees F, but to be safe, we recommend the use of a trivet or hot pad.

Quartz manufactures’ recommend that quartz NOT be used on exterior projects where they are in constant direct sunlight day after day. This can cause colors to fade or the countertop to warp or split over time. Currently, none of the major manufactures offer an outdoor approved quartz countertop.

Quartz is non-porous and offer a virtually no-maintenance material solution for countertops. Simply clean with mild soap and water while avoiding anything abrasive.

Granite Countertops

Granite is extracted directly from the earth giving each piece its own unique, natural beauty. The unmistakable appearance, strength, heat and stain resistance of granite has proven to stand the test of time. Those attributes give granite countertops a wide array of uses both indoors and outdoors.

We have over 40+ colors of slabs to choose from. If you are unable to choose the ideal color for your project from our selection, we work directly with several different granite wholesalers for further slab choices. Each of our slabs is, most commonly, 3 cm (1-1/4”) in thickness.

We apply a 10 year sealer during our fabrication process. Additional applications can be done by homeowner, if necessary.

Granite uses

Kitchen countertops & backsplashes
Table tops
Fireplace Hearth & Surround
Bathrooms
Commercial

Granite

The natural choice for your counter top surface. Granite is mined directly from the earth giving each piece its own unique, natural beauty. The unmistakable appearance, strength, and excellent heat resistance of granite has proven over time.

Granite Pro's & Con's

Pro’s

Impervious to heat
Granite adds value to your home
It’s sanitary — bacterial contamination is not a problem with granite.
Easy to clean

Con’s

Since it comes from the earth – natural characteristics can not be changed
Natural fissures and veining will occur in Granite
Some grades of Granite can stain.
Scratching is possible in Granite

Granite Gallery

Quartz

A man-made stone product that typically has consistant coloring and more uniform patterns. Quartz slabls are offered in a wide variety of colors to fit your individual needs. Quartz is often referred to as an engineered stone as it is actually crushed stone that glued, pressed and baked resulting in excellent strength and durability.

Quartz Pro's & Con's

Pro’s

Quartz is a manufactured product – slabs are very consistent
Low maintenance
Stain Resistant
Easy to clean

Con’s

Quartz is normally more expensive than Granite
Does not have as natural of a stone look as Granite
Quartz should still be sealed to insure stain resistance
Not as impervious to heat.

Quartz Gallery

Quartz uses

Kitchen countertops & backsplashes
Bathrooms
Commercial