Whether you are planning to build a new home or re-model your current or revenue home, many Canadians have found that Granite Countertops are the ideal surface choice for their kitchens, vanities, bars and islands. Today's modern homeowner has the option of choosing to install Granite Countertops at affordable prices. Long used to enhance and beautify building exteriors, they have recently made a shift to indoors with dramatic results. There are several benefits to choosing this natural stone countertop over other types available.

These include:

·         Granite counter tops add a sophisticated, luxurious appearance to any kitchen. Available in many colours, every piece of granite used for counter tops is unique, coming in a wide variety of veins, swirls, and crystal patterns. Unlike dyed synthetic products, granite is not uniform in colour throughout. An added advantage is, that often the sunlight dances off the small crystals contained in it, resulting in minute changes in the appearance of your stone throughout the day, adding to the overall richness and the ambiance.

·         Granite Countertops are easier to care for and more kid friendly than other surfaces. On a hardness scale of 1-10 they are an 8. They are naturally more resistant to staining and scratching. Hot items placed on your Granite Countertops do not create burns and chopping on them will not leave marks. Granite is easy to clean and warm water, with plain soap or vinegar, will do the job perfectly. Unlike other materials, Granite is a sanitary countertop material since it does not promote bacteria growth by harbouring the germs in pores like synthetic or painted materials do.

·         Granite Counters, are easily maintained and repaired without having to replace the entire piece. If another kind of countertop is damaged chances are the homeowner will have to undergo the added expense of replacing entire surface. In some instances, you can make the repairs without having to call on the aid of a professional, rendering results that look just as good.

Although Granite Countertops are a little more costly, we have made them amazingly affordable. Granite more than makes up for the initial cost, in terms of durability, ease-of-use and luxurious looks. They also greatly enhance the monetary valuation of your property. You can very well find that those Granite Countertops you are enjoying five years down the road can be a major selling point.

As far as counter top choices are concerned it easy to see why this natural stone choice is so popular among homeowners. Choosing it you will enjoy the beautiful looks, strength, durability, ease of maintenance and family-friendly attributes that only a granite kitchen countertop affords.

The Stone Company

Company Profile:

The Stone Company was founded in 2003. It was initially involved in the installation of Decorative Tile for Fireplaces and Flooring. In 2005, the company branched out to include the manufacturing and installation of Custom Manufactured Stone Fireplaces and Decorative Mantels for the luxury residential home market. It is also involved in the Historic Stone Building restoration business. In 2007, a new division was formed, “Granite for The Planet” enabling the company to expand into the emerging Stone Countertop business. By importing Granite and Marble from India, Brazil, Italy, South Africa and various other producing countries of the world, it was able to produce Custom Counters at very affordable prices. Our core business is Wholesale Custom Granite and Engineered Stone Countertops for New Home Builders, General Contractors and Renovation Contractors. We have expanded this operation, and are currently in the process of setting up Wholesale Granite Outlets in cities and towns across Western Canada.

Don Bergman has been involved in the Real Estate industry in various capacities over the last 30 years. As a Real Estate Broker with Re/max, for 17 years, serving both the residential and commercial markets, he was involved in all facets of real estate industry. In 1983, he formed Capital Investment Corp., which was involved in the acquisition, funding and development of residential Real Estate. From there it was a natural progression into the building industry where he became involved in the construction of Single Family Homes and Condominium Townhouses in Alberta.  During his tenure as the head of Capital Investment Corp., he led the company into the Real Estate Syndication market where he was responsible for the purchase, remodeling and resale of over $60,000,000 of High Rise Condominiums and Condominium Townhouses in Alberta, Ontario and BC. His drive and determination to succeed makes him an asset in shaping the future of the corporation.

Greg Ranger attended the University of Alberta where he obtained a Bilingual Arts Degree, Majoring in Political Science and Economics. He then attended the University of Moncton, where he took a year of Law, before returning to Alberta to study Business Management and Fisheries Sciences at Lethbridge College. During the economic downturn in the early 1980s’ he found himself in the Construction Trades Industry, earning Certification as a 3^rd Year Carpentry Apprentice and a Journeyman in Floor Coverings. With over 25 years in the Building Trades and experience in Business Management, he has a solid understanding of the quality of workmanship, time constraints, product requirements and quality of service demanded in the Canadian construction marketplace. Greg’s broad experience in the Trades and his Business acumen makes him a integral member of the team.

Brand Ranger has been involved in the Construction Trades Industry for the past 25 years. He obtained Certification both as a Journeyman in Floor Coverings and as a Registered Inspector for Floor Coverings & Tile Resilience. During his career, it was his privilege to serve for four years as the Vice President of the Association of Floor Coverings Inspectors for Alberta. Brad designed a proprietary process for the manufacturing of Custom Fireplaces and Mantels, which culminated, in 2003, with the honour of receiving a Tommy award from the Kelowna Business Association for the Best Interior Design Feature for a fireplace in a new home. In order to ensure professionalism in all materials installations, he provides Training Seminars for all our Tile and Granite Installers. Brad is a consummate professional and is responsible for quality control in all aspects of the business.

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Last modified: 01/25/10