Quartzite Countertops in Lewisville, TX
We measure, supply and fit quartzite countertops in kitchens and bathrooms across Lewisville, Texas.
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Lewisville Countertops fits quartzite countertops in homes across Lewisville. We measure your cabinets first, then have each quartzite slab cut to fit them.
What quartzite is
The U.S. Geological Survey defines quartzite as a rock made mainly of quartz that formed from sandstone. We fit it on kitchen counters, islands and bathroom vanity tops.
Silica dust when quartzite is cut
OSHA says the highest crystalline silica levels are associated with quartzite and with certain engineered stones. It says granite can contain up to 50% crystalline silica, while marble and limestone contain little or no crystalline silica.
NIOSH, part of the CDC, says silica dust causes silicosis, a lung disease that cannot be reversed. OSHA says the dust comes from cutting, grinding, edging and shaping stone, in the shop and on the job site where the finishing is done. It tells stone shops to avoid dry cutting, and to use water to keep the dust down when finishing work has to happen on site. Whoever you hire, ask them where your slab will be cut and how they keep the dust down.
What sets the price of quartzite
We price quartzite countertops for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing. Our price depends on the slab you choose, how much counter we cover, the edge you pick, and how many holes we cut for the sink and the cooktop.
Not sure about quartzite? We can quote it side by side with granite, marble or quartz.
Looking after quartzite
FoodSafety.gov says to wash countertops with hot, soapy water, especially after they've held raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs. On any quartzite we fit, we'd still set hot pans on a stand or pad and use a cutting board for knives.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The name of the quartzite and the thickness of the slab.
- Whether you get to see and approve the exact slab before it is cut.
- A drawing of the layout, with every seam and cutout marked.
- Which edge you are getting.
- Where the slab will be cut, and whether any cutting will be done at your house.
- Whether the stone will be sealed, and with what.
- Whether taking out and hauling away the old countertops is in the price.
- Who disconnects and reconnects the sink, faucet and cooktop.
Questions about quartzite countertops in Lewisville
Is quartzite the same as quartz?
No. OSHA describes engineered stone as man-made, and NIOSH says engineered stone is also known as quartz. The quartzite we fit is a natural rock, and if you'd rather have a man-made top, we also fit quartz countertops.
Do I need a permit for new quartzite countertops in Lewisville?
The City of Lewisville lists cosmetic projects, such as replacing cabinets or installing carpet, as not needing a building permit, and it suggests calling its Building Services staff to confirm. If a permit is needed, the city says you should never apply for it on behalf of your contractor. If your job moves a sink or changes the plumbing, we'll make that call to the city with you before we start.
Can I pick my own quartzite slab?
Yes, we can show you slabs and have you approve the one we cut, since the color and pattern change from slab to slab.
Can you replace my old laminate with quartzite?
Yes, we can take out old laminate or tile tops and fit quartzite in their place as part of a countertop replacement job.
Can you put in a backsplash at the same time?
Yes, we can. Once the quartzite is set, we do backsplash installation, facing the strip of wall just above the counter with tile or stone that goes with it.
Can you fix a chip in a quartzite countertop?
Send us a photo, or ask us to come and look. We'll tell you whether a countertop repair will hold or the piece should be replaced.
Get a quote for quartzite countertops
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and the rooms you want done. We'll measure, go through quartzite colors and edges with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other countertops we fit, go to the Lewisville Countertops home page.
Ready to talk about your countertop job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.