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How To Prepare For Stone Countertops

Upgrading your home with natural stone countertops is a thrilling home renovation project. The first step to bring your vision to life is choosing the right material for your lifestyle and decor. Next, you will get ready for the installation and if you have never installed countertops before you may not know how to prepare. Today we are breaking down how to prepare for the installation, what you can expect during and after the installation is complete.

Pre-Installation Prep

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The first step is having a measurer come to your home. They will take measurements of your entire room so the fabricator can fit the stone to your unique space. Prior to templating your fabricator will also need to know the exact make and model of any sinks, faucets and appliances that will come in contact with the countertop. Other design details such as edge details, backsplashes and rear wall treatments should also be discussed.

After the template is finished and approved, the stone will be cut and fabricated into the countertop at the workshop and the installation date will be set. If you have old countertops already in place they will need to be removed prior to the installation. This will ensure there is enough time to make repairs if anything becomes damaged in the process.

Installation

The big day is here! Expect at least two installers who will deliver the prepared countertop and put it in place. Depending on the job size, it may require more people. To help this day go as smoothly as possible, try to clear the pathway for the installation team so they may easily enter your home. It is also a good idea to remove any valuables or breakables from the area.

Installations can take anywhere from four to eight hours. Larger projects may take more than a day. A strong adhesive will be used to cement the pieces together if the countertop has seams.  Then the countertops are adhered to the cabinets.

Post-Installation

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Once the installation is complete, you will need to schedule a plumber to come and reconnect the water source, an electrician to reconnect drains, water, gas, and electrical hookups. This will generally happen the day after installation so that the countertops have time to set. If you will also be installing a backsplash that should be scheduled after the countertops have been installed.

After a good cleaning, your kitchen will be ready to go! While this process requires a certain amount of prep work and attention the finished product is well worth it! You are investing in a piece that will last for years to come with the proper care.

Have more questions about the installation process? Contact us or schedule a design session! Our team will be happy to assist you.

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5 Home Design Trends You Will See In 2020

A new year brings hope, excitement and mystery. What the next year, months and days will bring is anyone’s guess. One thing remains: The modern home and how society continues to live in it will always be changing. If you’re planning a renovation in 2020 check out these home design trends predicted to excite homeowners this year.

Backsplashes

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Slabs: If you find yourself lost in the endless choices of tile backsplash or the thought of having grout lines makes you hesitate, consider taking your countertop material one step further. A slab backsplash with a unique pattern or a lot of movement will make for an eye-catching design statement in your kitchen. If you are looking for something a little more abstract you can mix and match the backsplash slab with the countertop.

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Quartzite: Quartzite is rising in popularity amongst homeowners due to its beauty and durability. Quartzite is harder than granite and each slab is unique. This surface is also heat-resistant and more scratch resistant than engineered quartz.

Cabinetry

Three-tone Kitchens: We all have heard the term “two-tone kitchen cabinets” where the upper cabinets are one color and the lower cabinets another. This style dominated kitchens in the past couple of years. It is only natural that designers are building on the trend rather than moving away from it. With a three-tone kitchen, one more color is introduced to create an asymmetry in the color palette that helps define areas of the kitchen or functions.

Islands

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Multifunctional Island Centers: Kitchen islands have always been a part of the home but they have certainly been evolving over the years. Many homeowners have taken kitchen islands beyond just storage and a place to sit. Islands are getting bigger and taking on more of a function than ever before. Data shows many homeowners will add in or renovate other features of an island such as a microwave or cooktop. This shows how islands are becoming multifunctional features of the kitchen.

Bathroom

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Floating Double Vanities: Choosing to float a vanity frees up floor space which gives the appearance of more room. It also makes cleaning the floor easier than with a furniture style vanity that has legs which can trap dust. So it easy to see why many homeowners are opting for this style in their bathrooms!

These are just of a few of the many great home design trends of 2020 we expect to see. Now it’s your turn! Which of these trends are you excited about? What trends are you predicting in 2020?

Schedule a design session with our experts and learn how we can work with you to provide a truly differentiating solution tailored to meet your distinct needs and ideal vision.

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Fall in Love With Your Kitchen & Bathroom All Over Again

Fall in Love With Your Kitchen/ Bathroom All Over Again

Have you been dreaming of that perfect, picturesque kitchen that you wish you could have? You see images online and wish that you, too, could have a home design alike.

Minor exterior and interior prep is always great to do during fall. Don’t overlook more serious construction projects though. There are many benefits to completing renovations later in the year. At Cutting Edge Countertops, we tend to say that there’s no bad time to indulge in new kitchen or bathroom countertops.

The holidays are quickly approaching and soon you will find family and friends visiting for seasonal get-togethers. Hurry, and take advantage of the calm before the storm and renovate your home to represent your personal style and preference!

Benefits of Renovating During Fall

We all know the gorgeous reds, oranges, and yellows associated with the Fall season. These colors along with rich creams, chocolates and coral shades also come back into play. These colors are one of the many reasons people love Fall. Renovating during the Fall gives you the opportunity to take advantage of these popular interior design trends for your home and also our countertop promotions!

Another great reason to renovate in the Fall season is the cooler weather. Instead of doing renovations in Summer and Winter, when temperatures are extreme and precipitation is unpredictable, opting for Fall renovations means comfortable environments for workers. Calmer weather will help with the timeline of your project and decrease your chances of it getting pushed back.

Lastly, Fall is also a great time for the real estate market with an increase of people planning to purchase homes in the new year. If you are interested in increasing the resale value of your home, and saving money with our countertop promotions, getting your renovations completed during the Fall is a way to ensure potential homebuyers will have a positive first impression of your home.

Our Countertops Promotions

Now is a wonderful time to start remodeling your home with our countertop promotions! We have deals on countertops that you won’t want to miss out on! Find the perfect granite, quartz or compact surface to bring your home to life this holiday season.

  • Get SPOOKtacular savings now until October 31 and save up to $450 on your countertop project!
  • Save this holiday season on your countertops by taking 10% OFF material available October 8th – November 30th!
  • Take advantage of our special financing that enables you to spread your finances over the span of 12 or 24 months!
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Fall in love with your kitchen and bathrooms all over again with this special deal! Browse our extensive collection of granite, marble, quartz, and more to bring your dream home to life! Visit one of our showrooms located in Perrysburg, Wixom, Troy, Noblesville or Indianapolis to get started today!

If you’re looking for more inspiration, visit our blog or contact us to speak directly with a Cutting Edge Countertop representative.

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