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Granite Countertops: An Overview

Home remodelers and builders have experienced a boom in the demand for granite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms. The beauty and warmth of granite makes it an ideal material for aesthetic appeal in home design, and the durability and easy care of granite countertops keeps them a favorite for homeowners who are looking into the future. Though adding granite countertops to any kitchen can be quite costly, they remain the premiere choice in upscale homes, as they retain their value better than most other improvements.

Testimonials

All the employees that we dealt with were pleasant, friendly, and professional. The whole process from start to finish was refreshingly simple. We love our new countertops! Thank you all for your help, knowledge, efforts, attitudes, and craftsmanship!

Joanne of San Diego, CA

LGI Granite Countertops San Diego Services

LGI Granite Countertops San Diego Fabricators

Granite Countertops San Diego Here at LGI Granite Countertops San Diego, we offer top of the lines products for your counter tops, table tops, and so much more. We import some of our marble and granite from Europe, South America, and India which gives us access to any type of stone in the world. We offer quality workmanship that is triple inspected prior to shipping out or installation. Our friendly staff is on hand to answer any questions or concerns that you may have. With our competitive prices, LGI Granite Countertops San Diego are positive that you will be completely satisfied with the results.

Fabricators of custom sizes for any applications:

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  • Kitchen Counter Tops
  • Table Tops
  • Consoles
  • Vanity Tops
  • Conference Tables
  • Desk Tops
  • Table Bases
  • Pedestals
  • Walls - Wainscot
  • Flooring - Custom Design
  • Cubic Molding
  • Standard and Built-up Edges

If you are looking for a custom fit then fax your plans for a price request and be sure to include the following information:

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  • The plan is to scale and all perimeters are legible. Specifically where counters are going to go.
  • Indicate back splash choice 4”, 18”, or none.
  • Choice of edge detail. We will provide pricing of standard edge if none is specified.
  • Material type or we can provide a standard material selection if none is specified.
  • Advise if sink cut outs are self rimming or under mounts.

Our price quotes include the following:

  • Field Measurement/Template
  • Materials
  • Fabrication
  • Delivery
  • Installation

Countertop installations

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Countertop tile setting is much like setting tile on floor, except in smaller scale. Adding a backsplash would be like setting wall tile. Seeing as they will be in an area where food acids, grease, water and spills occur, to help keep mold, mildew and bacteria from growing, non-porous tiles and latex or acrylic-modified adhesive grouts are recommended as are cement backer boards and mortar beds.

Floor Installation

The majority of all tiles installed are used in inviting entryways, hallways, low-maintenance bathrooms and kitchens, and decorative terraces and balconies. Whatever the area, all materials must be carefully considered for the end result to be both appealing to the eye, protected and useful for its chosen purpose.

Many things must be considered; from the foundation and adhesive, to the type of tile and grout to be used. The surface must be prepared to receive preparation and tile, layout must be made, setting sequence (straight, diagonal, intermittent, etc), alignment, grouting and finishing.

Wall Installations

Wall installation can even be a challenge for professionals. Although there are similarities with floor installations, walls pose the problem of gravity. Floor tiles tend to stay where they are placed. Wall tiles tend to want to shift downward due to gravity pull. Cement backers or mortar may be used as a setting bed for wall tiles.

LGI Granite Countertops San Diego Restoration, Refinishing, & Polishing Services

Diamonds and polishing powders used at the right time with a qualified, skilled hand is needed to restore shine to marble and granite. A quick overview of the 3 basic steps; Grinding, Honing and Polishing:

  • Grinding uses a grit of 60 or below and usually done when a flat floor is desired. Example: if stone tiles are uneven or set higher than each other (known as lippage). A flat floor is easier to maintain, grout is kept cleaner.The downside to grinding is that it is very messy, expensive, and time-consuming. For example, 50-square feet of granite can take an entire day of work. Surrounding areas need to be protected due to slurry caused by the large amounts of water needed.
  • Honing uses grit of 120 and above. (400-600 on marble before polishing). Although not as aggressive as grinding, honing can be equally as messy due to the use of water. Honing is used to remove scratches by the process of smoothing the stone with abrasives. It can round edges but does not remove lipage, as grinding can.
  • Polishing brings out a high gloss, achieved by using super fine diamond discs and super fine powders.

With our time-honored and experienced customer service, LGI Granite Countertops San Diego has been serving the public for years. Contact us at 877-856-1118 for your free consultation and estimate on granite countertops.