Countertop design & buying guides
Ideas, guides and behind-the-scenes from our showroom
Material comparisons, buying guides and real project notes from our designers and installers — for anyone planning a countertop project.
countertops Signs It's Time to Replace Your Countertops
Cracks, deep stains or sagging? Learn which countertop damage can be repaired and which signals it's time to replace. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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countertops Undermount vs. Drop-In Sinks for Stone Countertops
Compare undermount and drop-in sinks for stone countertops: cleaning, cost, support and cutout finishing. Visit our Norcross showroom to see options.
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countertops Standard Kitchen Cabinet Sizes: A Homeowner's Cheat Sheet
A homeowner's guide to standard base, wall and tall cabinet sizes, plus tips for measuring your kitchen before you shop. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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countertops Prefab vs. Custom Countertops: Which Fits Your Kitchen?
Prefab or cut-to-measure? Compare seams, edge options, layout fit and sinks to choose the right countertop. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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countertops 2cm vs. 3cm Countertops: Which Thickness Do You Need?
Not sure whether you need 2cm or 3cm stone? Compare strength, support, edges and cost so you can choose the right thickness. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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countertops Kitchen Island Overhang: How Much Do You Need for Seating?
Learn how much countertop overhang island seating needs, how much knee room to plan for, and when stone needs extra support. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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countertops Best Outdoor Kitchen Countertops for Georgia Weather
Compare granite, quartzite and quartz for outdoor kitchens in Georgia heat, humidity and sun, and find the material that will actually hold up outside.
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countertops Do New Countertops Increase Your Home's Value?
See why real estate agents and buyers notice countertops first, and whether new ones are worth it before you sell or stay. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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countertops Countertop Edge Profiles: A Guide for Your Kitchen
See the most common countertop edge styles, from eased to waterfall, and learn how to pick the right one for your kitchen's look and budget.
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countertops Best Countertop Materials for Bathroom Vanities
Compare quartz, granite, quartzite and marble for bathroom vanities and find the right fit for your humidity, budget and style. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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countertops What Are Countertop Remnants, and How Can They Save You Money?
Learn what countertop remnants are and how choosing one can cut costs on your kitchen or bath project. Browse remnant inventory at our Norcross showroom.
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countertops The Countertop Color and Design Trends Homeowners Are Choosing in 2026
See the countertop colors and design trends Atlanta homeowners are choosing for 2026, from warm neutrals to dramatic veining. Visit our Norcross showroom.
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Cost Guide How Much Do New Countertops Cost in Atlanta in 2026?
Understand the choices that shape countertop pricing in Atlanta, from material and square footage to edges, cutouts, removal and installation.
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Material Guide Quartz vs. Granite vs. Quartzite: Which Countertop Is Best?
Compare quartz, granite and quartzite by appearance, maintenance, variation, durability and everyday use before selecting your countertop.
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Process How Countertop Fabrication and Installation Works
Follow a countertop project from material selection and templating through fabrication, delivery, fitting and final installation.
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Quartz Quartz Countertops in Atlanta: Benefits, Care and Colors
Explore why Atlanta homeowners choose quartz, how to compare patterns and colors, and what quartz needs for long-term care.
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Granite Granite Countertops in Atlanta: A Slab Selection Guide
Learn how to select granite by full-slab movement, color, finish, sealing needs and the practical details of professional installation.
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Quartzite Quartzite Countertops: Are They Worth the Investment?
Understand natural quartzite’s appearance, performance, fabrication requirements and value before choosing it for an Atlanta kitchen.
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Installation How Long Does Countertop Installation Take?
See what happens before, during and after installation—and which decisions can keep an Atlanta countertop project moving smoothly.
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Measurement Countertop Measurement Explained: How We Create an Accurate Fit
Learn what a countertop technician measures, how to prepare your kitchen and why final templating protects the finished installation.
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Hiring Guide What to Ask Before Hiring a Countertop Fabricator
Use these questions to compare Atlanta countertop fabricators by scope, workmanship, communication, scheduling and accountability.
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Design Guide Waterfall Countertop Islands: Cost, Materials and Design
Discover how waterfall countertop islands are fabricated, which materials showcase the detail best and what affects their cost.
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Design Guide Full-Height Stone Backsplashes: Design and Practicality
See how a full-height stone backsplash changes a kitchen, including pattern layout, outlets, seams, maintenance and installation planning.
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Buying Guide Best Countertop Materials for Busy Family Kitchens
Compare countertop materials for spills, cleaning, heat, maintenance and the realities of a hardworking family kitchen.
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Marble Marble Countertops: Beauty, Maintenance and Best Uses
Learn what makes marble beautiful, how etching and patina develop, and where this natural stone works best in a home.
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Design Tips How to Match Countertops with Kitchen Cabinets
Create a coordinated kitchen by balancing cabinet undertones, countertop movement, flooring, backsplash and lighting.
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Cabinet Trends Are Shaker Cabinets Still in Style in 2026?
See why Shaker cabinets remain relevant and how proportions, color, hardware and countertops can make them feel current.
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Color Guide Best Cabinet Colors for White Quartz Countertops
Pair white quartz with warm white, natural wood, taupe, navy, green or charcoal cabinets using undertone and contrast.
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Color Guide Warm White, Natural Wood or Two-Tone Cabinets?
Compare warm white, natural wood and two-tone cabinet schemes and learn how countertops connect the entire palette.
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Cabinet Guide Shaker vs. Slab Cabinets: Which Style Fits Your Kitchen?
Compare Shaker and slab cabinet doors by appearance, cleaning, hardware, room style and countertop pairing.
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Planning Should Cabinets Be Replaced Before New Countertops?
Understand the correct project sequence and when existing cabinets can safely support a new stone countertop.
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Project Guide How to Plan Cabinets and Countertops as One Project
Coordinate cabinets, countertops, fixtures, appliances, backsplash and installation timing for a more coherent kitchen project.
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