Category Archives: Granite Fabricators

Behind the Scenes With a Granite Supplier | What Causes Dull Spots?

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Tom Robinson

We are continuing are series that takes a look behind the scenes of a granite countertop supplier. This week we are asking the question “What causes dull spots?”. Watch the video and find out!

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Behind the Scenes of a Granite Supplier | What is a Fissure?

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Tom Robinson

In part 5 of this current series, we ask what a “fissure” is. What does it mean? Does it affect the stone? Can it be corrected? Watch the video and find out!

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Behind the Scenes with a Granite Supplier | Pricing the Slab

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Tom Robinson

In part 3 of this series, we talk about what factors go into pricing the stone. Watch the video, and learn something new to help inform you about the things you need to know when purchasing new countertops.

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Behind the Scenes With a Granite Supplier | Cracks and Imperfections

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Tom Robinson

In part 1 of this new series we take you behind the scenes of a granite supplier. Dan Johnson at Terrazzo and Marble Supply in Illinois answer our questions about how cracks and imperfections in the stone get fixed. Enjoy!

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Eclipse Stainless | Granite Countertops

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Tom Robinson

We’re continuing our weekly series on what to think about when choosing your next granite countertop fabricator. We interviewed Bert Jeslke of Elegant Stone in Wisconsin. Watch and enjoy!

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11 Things You MUST Know When Choosing a Fabricator

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Tom Robinson

We have recently released a new report, and want to share it with you! We have posted quite a few videos and tips on choosing the right fabricator for your next stone counter top. We put all our best tips … Continue reading →

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The Harrowing Story of the Sink That Couldn’t Be Cleaned | Part 2

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Tom Robinson

Continued from last week… I told the home owner it was not her cleaning company’s fault that the sink could not be brought back to its’ original luster. I explained that top quality sinks were constructed of 304 grade steel … Continue reading →

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The Harrowing Story of the Sink That Couldn’t Be Cleaned | Part 1

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Tom Robinson

“I have a stainless steel sink I can’t clean. Can you help? “said the heavily accented female voice on the phone in response to my hello. “Who is this?” was all I could say. It was an acquaintance of mine … Continue reading →

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Keystone Marble | Choosing a Countertop

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Tom Robinson

We interviewed Lloyd Pickart of Keystone Marble and Granite in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the latest video in our series on choosing a stone fabricator. Find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube for more great tips!

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Marble and Granite Sources | Choosing a Countertop

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Tom Robinson

This week we interviewed Gina Davenport of Marble and Granite Sources in Illinois. Watch and enjoy! Be sure to also find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube!

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