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Countertops

13 years ago
Are these marble countertops?
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  • 13 years ago
    What is the counter top? Granite?
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    looks like Calcutta Gold marble.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I have same question. Why does it take so long to get an answer?
  • 12 years ago
    Is it Silestone?If yes, which one?
  • 12 years ago
    Is the marble difficult to maintain?
  • 12 years ago
    Regardless of what anyone tells you, it does etch. It will not be like that picture for very long under normal use. That doesn't mean it's bad-but you have to view the etching as character or its not for you. You can put a sealer on that will deflect stains wonderfully, however, nothing prevents etching. That means rings, spots, markings. Over time, it becomes covered, developing a patina. Either you can live with it or you can't but one drop of OJ will leave an etch that looks like a dark spot with no texture-its like an optical illusion that you can only see from certain angles. No other stone has the soft beauty of marble, you just have to decide what you can live with.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    lasvegasstonepros
    Good morning folks, I've been restoring natural stone for over 20 years. Until a few monthes ago there was no acceptable product in the world that could be applied to marble countertops that both looked great and prevented 100% of all stains and acid etching. We are currently the only company in the country certified by the manufacturer to apply a brand new revolutionary coating for marble. Yes it is a coating but this product will turn the marble industry upside down. For years people have been afraid to put marble in their kitchens. We have been working to perfect the complicated application process and I have to tell you that the finished product is absolutely beautiful. Upon completion of the application the marble looks like a reflection of crystal clear water while maintaining the depth and beauty of the marble. The best part about this coating is that it will prevent acid etching, stains from any product you can imagine including tomatoe sauce, wine, soda and even hydrochloride acid!! I will be posting pictures if the finished product in a few days. This coating can either be highly polished or honed. I know there will be skeptics. I was until I saw it with my own eyes. It truly is an amazing product.
    just now
  • 12 years ago
    Getting ready to build. Would love marble counter tops!!! Where and when will the product be available?
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Good morning rlrner, unfortunately the product has just been released a few monthes ago and only a few contractors in the country are certified to apply it. We are one of them and if you live in Las Vegas than we could take care of it. The thing is that it is an extremely complicated product to apply and only the best restoration contractors will have the knowledge and the ability to learn how to do it correctly. Go to YouTube and punch in "Drytreat Vitremela". I know of a few other contractors in California. Give it some time, there eill be more contractors being trained how to use it. This product can be applied after fab and install and once treated you will not have to worry about stains or acid etching for a very long time. Let me know if you have any questions.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Marble, Carerra or Calcutta gold. Be sure to get a polish finish as marble typically absorbs
  • 12 years ago
    I heard to get a honed finish to lessen the appearance of etching.
  • 12 years ago
    I've also heard you should get honed in a kitchen as it doesn't absorb as easily as polished does.
  • 11 years ago
    This is such a beautiful kitchen. My husband promised me we could remodel out home this summer. It would be my dream to do something like this with out kitchen. http://www.jbcontractorsak.com/services
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    The countertops are Callacatta Oro honed stone tops. We have also noted it in the photos material information for future reference.