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Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS GRANITE?
Granite is
an igneous rock, formed from liquid magma. The molten rock cooled
slowly below the earth’s surface and crystallized over millions of
years to form a substance approaching the hardness and durability of
diamond.
WHAT IS GRANITE TECH, INC. GRANITE?
Granite,
imported from all over the world, is adhered to our engineered
cellular structure. Used in the aerospace industry, this remarkable
honeycomb technology enables our product to be installed anywhere.
Our granite is lighter in weight, stronger, more durable and
flexible than traditional slab granite and can be used on counters,
floors, walls, and even ceilings. We offer customized inlays and
mosaics too. The opportunities are endless!
WHY GRANITE TECH, INC. GRANITE?
We can save
you significant time and money on all your granite needs. Minimal
installation is required and most kitchens can be installed in a
day. This is the perfect option for those that don’t want to pay
the high price for traditional slab granite and prefer not to use
granite tile. Customers love our ‘green’ qualities as well.
BUILT GREEN?...YOU BET!
We pride
ourselves on our earth friendly practices. Thanks to our honeycomb
structure, we use considerably less of our earth’s natural
resources. Our aluminum honeycomb layer is made of all recycled
material. Our factory uses a water recycling system and they
continually strive to achieve zero waste.
WHAT GRANITE COLORS ARE OFFERED?
We currently
warehouse three popular colors of granite. Our granite slab colors
have been chosen for their excellence in color and quality:
Larger
orders, 20 or more units, can select from an array of granite
colors. Please inquire.
WHAT IS THE THICKNESS?
All our
granite slabs are 3cm (1 ¼”) thick. Custom orders of 20 units or
more can be made to your specifications from ½” – 6cm, depending on
the application.
WHAT TYPE OF EDGE IS USED?
Our slabs
have a standard
‘Eased
Edge’. Custom orders of 20 units or more can
select from a wide variety of popular edges.
IS BACKSPLASH OFFERED?
Absolutely.
We offer a 4” high x ¾” thick solid granite backsplash for all of
our warehouse colors. Use our backsplash or create your own unique
look.
WHAT ABOUT AN UNDER MOUNT SINK?
Under mount
sinks are not an option at this time. So far, this has not been
an obstacle for our customers who want to save money on their
granite needs.
WILL MY PROJECT HAVE SEAMS?
Most
installations will require joints, called seams. The length of
slabs, the layout and design of the countertops dictates the
placement of seams. Granite Tech, Inc. installers work hard to
minimize the number of seams and will discuss the placement of all
seams with you before installing.
WHAT ARE THE CARE INSTRUCTIONS?
You care for
your Granite Tech, Inc. granite just like
you would traditional
slab granite. Please see our
Care
Instructions
for how to keep your granite looking
its best for years to come.
WHAT IS THE INSTALL TIME?
Installation
time is cut down considerably with our product. Since our granite
is easy to work with, installation is cut to a minimum and therefore
a significant cost savings is passed on to you. Most kitchen
counters can be installed in a day. Smaller projects take only
hours. Have your project completed in record time!
WHAT IS THE
LEAD TIME?
Stone slabs
from our Kent, Washington warehouse are readily available and used
for most individual projects. Larger commercial projects can be
custom made and delivered directly to the job site, ready to
install. Although most large orders are shipped sooner, we request
a 90 day lead time.
WHAT IS THE WARRANTY?
All stones
have natural imperfections and therefore each granite slab has
variations in its color and texture giving it its unique earthy
beauty. Granite Tech, Inc. does offer a 5 year warranty on
manufacturer defects and delaminating of product.
HOW DO I OBTAIN A QUOTE?
Contact us
so we can connect you to one of our wonderful installers.
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