Countertops Surfaces in Charlotte, NC

Our countertop fabricating company, Nuova Stone, has over 16 years of experience in the industry. We do our best to deliver exceptional craftsmanship and customer service, providing the best possible high-quality countertops for kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and other custom stone projects.

Countertop Fabricating in Charlotte, NC

Our countertop fabrication company provides a diverse selection of granite, marble, and quartz options. Additionally, we offer various edge profiles, surface finishes, and colors to cater to our clients’ unique preferences, ensuring they can find the ideal stone for their project.

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Granite

Granite counters are made from natural stone sourced from quarries, which is then sliced into thin slabs, polished, and transformed into countertops.

Granite is created deep underground through the solidification of magma. Under the mantle layer, there is a molten rock layer formed by the breakdown and decay of naturally occurring radioactive elements within the Earth. This decay releases a significant amount of heat, causing the surrounding rocks to melt. Geological events, like plate movements or pressure buildup, push the molten rocks towards the surface. As the rocks approach the surface, they cool down and form internal igneous rocks, including granite. Granite is typically composed of quartz and feldspar, with the possibility of containing mica as well.

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Marble

Some people use marble as a countertop material in their kitchen due to its natural beauty, despite its reputation for being both beautiful and expensive due to its classification as a type of metamorphic rock.

Marble is a type of metamorphic rock that has undergone a transformation. This transformation occurs when sedimentary rocks like limestone or dolomite are subjected to high levels of heat and pressure. The minerals within the rock then undergo a process of recrystallization and rearrangement, resulting in the formation of interlocking calcite crystals. These crystals are primarily composed of calcium carbonate, which is commonly found within the marble matrix.

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Quartz

Quartz countertops are like the perfect blend of nature and technology. They’re made from engineered stone surfaces that offer the best of both worlds.

The process begins by selecting the manufactured quartz materials, which can include quartz sand or quartz granules. Once the raw quartz is chosen, it is crushed and blended with a ratio of 90% quartz aggregates to 10% resin binder, along with other additives and sometimes crushed natural stone.

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Quarzite

Quartzite countertops begin their journey as sandstone, but with the transformative power of heat and pressure, they undergo a mesmerizing fusion with glistening quartz crystals, ultimately transforming into exquisite quartzite slabs.

The sand grains and silica cement are recrystallized under heat, pressure, and chemical activity. The resulting rock is incredibly strong and durable, with interlocking quartz grains that increase its commercial value. During metamorphism, the sedimentary structure and original texture of the rocks are erased, resulting in quartz grains that are almost the same size and have a more multi-sided texture. The grains are so firmly held together that when the rock is broken, it forms a conchoidal fracture through the grains.

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Onyx

Many homeowners love Onyx, a natural stone that boasts a luxurious and organic appearance. It’s a great choice for those who want a material that resembles marble, especially when it’s polished.

While granite, quartzite, and marble are all created deep within the earth’s crust, onyx is unique as it is formed on the surface. Onyx is the result of spring water or groundwater that contains a high concentration of dissolved calcite. The most common color of onyx is a warm honey shade, which is attributed to the presence of iron oxide. Slabs of onyx are obtained by slicing through these layers, unveiling thousands of years’ worth of deposits.

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Soap

Soapstone counters are made from quarried stone. This specific stone, called steatite, is composed of chlorite, magnesite, and dolomite.

Soapstone is created through the metamorphism of magnesium-rich rocks, particularly ultramafic rocks like peridotite and pyroxenite. Over time, changes in temperature, pressure, and mineral composition occur, resulting in the formation of soapstone.

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Why Nuova Stone Is The Best For The Job?

Nuova Stone operates with 70% manual work processes and 30% advanced technology equipment; this way, we guarantee precise and accurate results in all projects. Our team of experienced sales reps and craftsmen collaborates closely with clients to understand their requirements and preferences. From stone selection to final product design and installation, Nuova Stone ensures that every project is executed to the highest standards.

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