Select A Material

Material Samples

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?

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