The value of Granite Countertops

 

 

Granite is the #1 choice for residential and commercial installations. Granite offers an elusive, unique beauty created only in nature. It adds character and warmth to kitchens, baths and other areas of the home with a richness that cannot be duplicated by synthetic materials.

Choosing granite not only gives your kitchen and bath timeless performance and beauty, but increases the value of your home.

 

 

The value and benefits of a granite countertop long outlasts all other countertop material.

 

The sunlight dances off the small crystals and changes the appearance of your stone throughout the day.

You will still admire the beauty of your natural stone ten years down the road.

Granite countertops are very affordable.

Each and every granite stone is unique.

Granite counter tops are beautiful.

Comfortable in any decor.

It is impossible to duplicate the true beauty of granite.

There are hundreds of color choices.

Many different patterns... veins, specks, and swirls.

Granite is colored all the way through.

This natural stone is readily available.

It's easy to clean.

Granite is a sanitary countertop material.
It does not harbor bacteria.

Granite can usually be repaired if it's damaged.

It's not a trend.

Kid Friendly.

It is strong.

Granite is hard to scratch.

You can cut on it.

It's a hard stone to polish and finish. It's even harder to wear off the polished finish.

Hot items such as griddles, fryers, and toaster ovens won't burn or leave char marks on your granite countertop.

The cool surface of the stone is perfect for rolling out candy or dough.

If you don't like the cool surface, put in a radiant heating system beneath the granite.

Granite is durable, it will last your lifetime and more.

Granite is a siliceous stone and not highly susceptible to damage from acids.

Not all granites need to be sealed.

Sealing granite is simple. It's similar to waxing your car.

Granite can have arches, curves, and 90 degree angles.

Your property value will increase.

Granite is used on the interior or the exterior of your home and business.

 

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We  are family owned and operated for over 25 years Southwest Granite is Temecula Valley's leader in Granite Fabrication and Installation.  Design assistance, free granite remnants, all fabrication done at our warehouse located in Temecula. 

Bathrooms with Granite Countertops

Bathrooms with Granite Countertops!

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Granite is generally considered the highest quality countertop material available, and if you're considering using granite for counter surfaces in your bathroom, you'll want to explore the tiers of bathroom granite countertop costs. Granite has a beautiful, natural appearance. It's incredibly durable and will resist chipping or scratching, and it's easy to clean. So it's no surprise granite is a popular choice for bathroom countertops. Along with all of its great qualities come associated costs, however. But don't despair if you're on a budget—you'll have a range of granite types to explore, at various price levels.  

• Basic granite countertops will generally cost around $60 per square foot for materials and installation. This type of granite will not be of the highest quality but it will still have a beautiful appearance at a budget price. 

• For premium granite based on color, supply and demand, you can expect to pay $65 - $70 per square foot. This is considered to be the most popular granite choice due to the wide range of colors.  

• Finally, on the high end of the scale, granite that is exotic or rare you can expect to pay up to $150 per linear foot for granite countertops. 

Mesquite granite counter and backsplash with 1 1/2" chamfer edge detail.

Premium - Giallo Santo Granite with Bullnose Edge.

Premium - Crema Bordeaux granite bathroom counter and mirror frame.

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Quartz or Quartzite... What one would you choose?

You love the look of Quartz and Quartzite, but do you know the difference between the two?

Quartz and Quartzite are hard surface materials used for countertops

 in both residential and commercial installations.  

Quartzite                                            

This is an amazing material. It is naturally strong, resists heat and is hard to stain. Quartzite is formed from sandstone and quartz together under a great deal of heat and pressure. The empty grains of sandstone are filled with quartz. This process makes quartzite harder than quartz. On the Mohs scale of hardness (1-10), with 10 the hardest, granite measures between 6 and 6.5; whereas quartzite measures around 7.

However, there is a chance for etching to occur on its surface. Quartzite is considered an exceptional material for use in countertops. This can be literally found all over the world, as it is a very common material formed in the crust of the earth. 

Quartz

This rock begins as the raw material for engineered stone. Added to it are resins, some binding agents and occasionally pigments, which then turns into an amazing surface for your quartz countertops. This tends to be a bit stronger than quartzite and is not likely to etch. This, too, is able to withstand high temperatures, up to about 300 degrees F. 

Quartzite Island - home installation

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Full Size Granite Slabs vs. PreFab Granite

A message from the owner of Southwest Granite.
At Southwest Granite, we value our customers and we offer our customers the best products at the best price.  We offer both raw full size granite slabs and prefab slabs.  Both are nice but one is better in every way! Full size granite slabs are and always will be the best choice, its like comparing a diamond ring to crushed diamonds or cubic zirconia ring.  
We recommend raw full size granite slabs over prefab because we want you to have the best. Only a full size granite slab can be fabricated to your exact specifications. Edge detail can be unique with curves, chiseled, angled, and more. With prefab granite there are limited choices in colors, edges and there are size restrictions. When investing in your home choose raw full size granite, for its durability, beauty and value that will not only be unique but it will increase the value of your home instantly! 

Full size granite slab fabricated and installed with a custom edge.

Full size granite slab fabricated and installed with a custom edge.

Full size granite slab fabricated and installed with a custom edge.

Full size granite slab fabricated and installed with a custom edge.

Full size granite slab fabricated and installed.

Full size granite slab fabricated and installed with a custom edge.

Full size granite slab fabricated and installed with a custom edge.

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PREFAB Granite

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Customers give Southwest Granite a Thumbs Up for a job well done!

Our customers give Southwest Granite

"thumbs up" for their new granite kitchen countertops and to Kevin and his team for a job well done!

If you are considering replacing your outdated or old kitchen countertop, choose granite! 

It is timeless, durable, easy to clean, heat resistant and much more! 

You too will give granite and Southwest Granite a "thumbs up"!

With deep iridescent colors and natural tones, granite offers that elusive, unique beauty created only in nature. It adds character and warmth to kitchens, baths and other areas of the home with a richness that cannot be duplicated by synthetic materials.  Choosing a granite countertop not only gives your kitchen timeless beauty and performance, but increases the value of your home.

Our customers give the Southwest Granite team a thumbs up!

Lynn loves his new kitchen granite countertops in Giallo Portofino with chamfer edge! 

Michael couldn't be happier with the Southwest Granite team!

Steven gives Southwest Granite a thumbs up!

Carol loves her new kitchen remodel and thanks Kevin @ Southwest Granite!

Learn about Southwest Granite:  Granite Fabrication and Installation for over 25 years! Southwest Granite is licensed and bonded with a professional and experienced team who will go above and beyond to give our customers a hassle free experience with superb customer service, competitive pricing, design/layout assistance for both counter and backsplash along with the skill and experience of our granite fabrication and installation team. We provide friendly, honest, and dependable service with quality craftsmanship for both residential and commercial customers. Serving theses areas and beyond: Temecula, Temecula Valley, Wine Country, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Menifee, Hemet. For a free quote/estimate call Kevin at 951-296-6600

Mr. and Mrs. Russo give us a thumbs up for a job well done!

Our customer says: Thumbs up and thank you for an amazing experience
 and attention to detail on the granite countertop and custom backsplash!
 

Janet and Lauren give Southwest Granite thumbs up for a job well done.

Judy, we enjoyed working with you too!

Mrs. Helms is a happy Southwest Granite Customer!

Thanks for the thumbs ups Paul!

Another happy customer... thumbs up for a job well done!  

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