Select A Material

You can select Materials and Edge Details from the menu on the left. Additional materials can be found at the manufacturers website under "What Material Should I Use?".
What Material Should I Use?
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Natural Stone
- Granite
- Marble
- Limestone
- Soapstone
- Travertine
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Engineered Stone (Quartz)
Material Comparison
| Natural Stone | Engineered Stone | |
|---|---|---|
| Scratch Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Stain resistant | Yes | |
| Heat resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Low maintenance | Yes | |
| Nonabsorbent / nonporous | Yes | |
| Mold / Mildew Resistant | Yes | |
| Color Consistency | Yes | |
| With Warranty | Yes | |
| Veining | Yes | |
| Needs to be sealed | Yes |
Things to Consider
- Personal Preference- Stone selection is up to you. We specialize in custom fabrication of your stone selection.
- Color- There are over 500 different colors of natural stone and engineered stone to choose from.
- Movement- Within certain stones there are veins that flow horizontally, vertically, and sometimes both and some that create swirl patterns. This is known as movement.
- Consistency- Within many natural stones you will see the same pattern throughout the material.
- Lighting- In some natural stones there are quartz crystals that illuminate/reflect beautiful colors when the right lighting is used.
- Availability- Do we have your stone selection? If not, does one of our supply warehouses have it?
- Size- How much material will you need is based on total square footage?
We work closely with several wholesale & retail tile suppliers. Our representatives will help you in any tile selections or you may secure the needed material on your own.
About The Materials
Caesarstone
Caesarstone is engineered stone.
- Made of 93% natural quartz
- Resistant to chipping, cracking and discoloration
- Non-porous – never needs sealing. Does not retain food residue or bacteria and cleans with just a moist soapy cloth
- Several colors are available both in honed and polished finish
- Has 10 year warranty on material
Granite
Granite, one of the hardest natural materials, is primarily made up of quartz and feldspar. Granite's unique beauty and longevity make it an elegant choice.
- Extremely heat- and scratch-resistant, granite allows hot pans to be placed directly on the surface.
- Stains can be removed by a variety of methods depending on the type of stain. Scratches need to be repaired by a professional.
- A porous material, granite requires proper periodic resealing with a penetrating sealer at least once every couple of years to prevent staining.
- Cutting on the surface is not recommended.
- Sizes are limited, and slabs must be pieced together for larger areas.
- Available in many varieties, in various edge treatments, and in polished, honed, and matte finishes.
Marble
Marble is rarely used on kitchen countertops due to its soft and porous nature.
- Stains and scratches easily.
- A porous material, marble requires proper periodic resealing with a penetrating sealer to prevent staining.
- Heat- and water-resistant.
- Works well in very small areas for specific tasks, such as rolling out pastry dough.
- Available in honed, matte, and polished finishes.
Limestone
Limestone consists mainly of calcite, a neutral-toned mineral.
- Varies in hardness: some varieties are softer like marble and some are harder and more scratch-resistant like granite.
- A porous material, limestone requires proper periodic resealing with a penetrating sealer to help prevent staining.
- Available in black, gray, brown, white, and yellow, limestone has a smooth, muted complexion.
- Caeasar Stone
- Silestone
- Cambria Quartz
- Icestone
Slab Yards Directory for Natural Stone
| Name | Telephone | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Marble Unlimited | (818) 988-0100 | 14554 Keswick St.Van Nuys |
| Arizona Tile | (818) 742-4750 | 14300 Arminta St. Van Nuys |
| Southland Stone | (818) 503-1500 | 12804 Raymer St. N. Hollywood |
| San Fernando Marble | (818) 897-4033 | 9803 San Fernando Rd. Pacoima |
| GEM International | (818) 503-9848 | 12922 Raymer S. N. Hollywood |
| Stoneville | (818) 255-5955 | 12906 Saticoy St. N. Hollywood |
| Walker & Zanger | (818) 252-4022 | 8901 Bradley Ave. Sun Valley |
| Brazil Granite | (818) 982-5611 | 7280 Bellaire Ave. N. Hollywood |
| Jerusalem Stone | (818) 252-5775 | 11646 Pendleton St. Sun Valley |
| Arena Marble | (805) 375-2771 | 845 Rancho Conejo Blvd. Newbury Park |
| Modul Marble & Granite | (818) 767-4528 | 8861 N. San Fernando Rd. Sun Valley |
| Francini | (818) 767-5899 | 1796 Sheldon St. Sun Valley |
| Stone Mart | (818) 765-4800 | 13425 Sherman Way, N. Hollywood |