CREATIVE COUNTERTOP
DESIGNS
DESIGNS
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| 106A Castle Drive, Madison, Al 35758 |
Can I have a seamless sink with granite or Quartz?
Seamless sinks can only be installed with solid surface countertops, such
as our Atlas product. Normally, under mount sinks are used in stone
countertops. CCD carries a wide variety.
What about seams in general?
Solid surface is the only product we offer that can be made seamless. If
your project requires more than one piece of granite or quartz, a seam
may be required.
What is the main difference between granite and quartz?
While granite is all natural, quartz is an engineered stone. Quartz
countertops are 93% quartz and 7% acrylic compressed together.
Do granite and quartz countertops need to be sealed?
Granite should typically be sealed once a year under normal
circumstances, while quartz never has to be sealed again after it is
installed.
Our company does provide a 15 year sealer for granite and marble.
Are these surfaces heat resistant?
Yes. Granite and quartz are both tolerant to heat. However, it is
generally advised to use a trivet when placing hot pots on either surface.
What happens if it gets scratched?
Although both surfaces are highly scratch resistant, small scratches can be
professionally repaired if they occur.
What is the Template Process?
A template is made over the new or exiting cabinets from wooden strips
to create a pattern for the new countertop. To do a template, it is best to
do directly over the cabinets. In a remodel, CCD can template over the
existing counters if needed, but the most accurate is over the cabinets
directly. The lead time is approx. 2 to 4 days till install.
Installation Process?
The Granite is hand carried inside and set in place carefully. Seams are
pulled tight with a seam puller and boned with an epoxy. The countertop
is held in place with silicone and the pure weight of the stone. Stone back
splash is held in place with pure silicone. Cooktop, drop-in cuouts and
faucet holes are cut on site, and a vacuum is held in place to minimize
dust. Normally, plumbing is not provided for the sink, but can be
included in the contract.
Seamless sinks can only be installed with solid surface countertops, such
as our Atlas product. Normally, under mount sinks are used in stone
countertops. CCD carries a wide variety.
What about seams in general?
Solid surface is the only product we offer that can be made seamless. If
your project requires more than one piece of granite or quartz, a seam
may be required.
What is the main difference between granite and quartz?
While granite is all natural, quartz is an engineered stone. Quartz
countertops are 93% quartz and 7% acrylic compressed together.
Do granite and quartz countertops need to be sealed?
Granite should typically be sealed once a year under normal
circumstances, while quartz never has to be sealed again after it is
installed.
Our company does provide a 15 year sealer for granite and marble.
Are these surfaces heat resistant?
Yes. Granite and quartz are both tolerant to heat. However, it is
generally advised to use a trivet when placing hot pots on either surface.
What happens if it gets scratched?
Although both surfaces are highly scratch resistant, small scratches can be
professionally repaired if they occur.
What is the Template Process?
A template is made over the new or exiting cabinets from wooden strips
to create a pattern for the new countertop. To do a template, it is best to
do directly over the cabinets. In a remodel, CCD can template over the
existing counters if needed, but the most accurate is over the cabinets
directly. The lead time is approx. 2 to 4 days till install.
Installation Process?
The Granite is hand carried inside and set in place carefully. Seams are
pulled tight with a seam puller and boned with an epoxy. The countertop
is held in place with silicone and the pure weight of the stone. Stone back
splash is held in place with pure silicone. Cooktop, drop-in cuouts and
faucet holes are cut on site, and a vacuum is held in place to minimize
dust. Normally, plumbing is not provided for the sink, but can be
included in the contract.
