Stone Countertops & Backsplash
Countertops are the kitchen’s first impression. It is the first thing guests notice when they walk in. No element has a greater impact on your daily enjoyment and use of your kitchen than countertops. Shop granite, quartz, and quality stone countertops in Spokane at Caruso’s Floors. Including Silestone, Caesarstone, Dekton, Teltos, Sequel, Pental, and Cambria. Request a quote on your commercial or residential project to receive expert help and free samples.
How To Pick The Perfect Stone
Stone countertops can dramatically enhance the aesthetics and functionality of a space. From polished to honed, and from natural to engineered, the style of stone you choose can significantly influence the ambiance of your room. Polished finishes offer a shiny, reflective surface that enhances the stone's natural colors and patterns, making them a popular choice for modern kitchens. Honed finishes, on the other hand, provide a matte surface that delivers a more subtle, understated look, ideal for achieving a rustic or minimalist aesthetic. Beyond finishes, the choice between natural stone, like granite or marble, and engineered stone, such as quartz, depends on preferences for maintenance, durability, and design consistency.
- Granite is known for its durability and heat resistance. Granite is a natural stone that comes in a wide range of colors and patterns, ensuring no two countertops are exactly alike. It requires sealing to resist stains and scratches.
- Valued for its timeless beauty and elegance, marble is a softer stone that adds a luxurious touch to spaces. It's more porous than granite, making it susceptible to staining and scratching, thus requiring regular maintenance.
- An engineered stone made from natural quartz crystals and resin, providing a non-porous surface that doesn't require sealing. It offers a wide variety of colors and patterns and is known for its durability and low maintenance.
- A natural stone that offers a smooth, matte feel and a rich, deep color that darkens over time. It is non-porous, making it resistant to stains and bacteria, but it can scratch more easily than other stones.