Empire Granite Marble Quartz

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  GRANITE

  GRANITE is one of the most common and preferred countertop materials because it’s solid, durable and stain resistant. It can withstand heat associated with cooking or serving food. It’s difficult to break, crack or scratch with normal wear and tear. Pits exist in all granites and should be expected when dealing with a natural, polished stone containing several types of minerals with different hardness. Contact us now for your Granite Countertops need in Buffalo New York. Colors and patterns of stone samples may not represent actual slab in stock. Call for availability.

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  MARBLE

  MARBLE countertops are well-made and structurally sound but are less forgiving than their granite or quartz counterparts. Marble is the most porous of the three and is especially sensitive to acidic liquids and potent chemical cleaners. For example, wine, vinegar, and other acidic food can stain and etch marble countertops if not wiped away quickly. A high-grade sealant is necessary to protect the surface but is often applied by manufacturers or installation specialists. Select marble countertops if you want a design with the most unique, unpredictable veining and natural modeling. Marble tends to darken slightly over time.

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  ENGINEERED QUARTZ

  ENGINEERED QUARTZ is a composite material made of crushed stone bound together by a polymer resin. The common stone used in producing these products is quartz. Engineered quartz comes in many brands and does not require sealing although research reported in Consumer Reports (2010) magazine reveals virtually no difference in performance between quartz based products and sealed granite. Quartz countertops are nonporous, as strong as granite and marble, and consistent with color and pattern. Contact us for your quartz countertops Buffalo NY. You can select from our wide range of quartz stone colors. We at Empire Granite & Marble provide premium quality of Engineered Quartz in Buffalo New York. For more details visit us or call us at 716.404.5000 now! Colors and patterns of stone samples may not represent actual slab in stock. Call for availability.

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  QUARTZITE

  NATURAL QUARTZITES are generally white or gray with hints of brown and black. Occasionally you can find a colored natural quartzite if the rock from which the natural quartzite was cut has some impurities that impacted the color. For instance, iron oxide creates pink or red hues and other minerals add hints of blue, yellow, or green. Natural quartzite has the look of marble but acts like granite in durability. The veining in the stone varies from slab to slab. No two slabs are exactly the same. If you love stone, natural quartzite is a good choice for you. The neutral colors complement any design. The veining creates elegant movement. It is a luxurious and durable stone for upscale-elegance that isn’t matched by any other stone countertop. Natural quartzite is harder than granite and doesn’t scratch or etch the way other natural stones can. It withstands heat and isn’t endangered when you place hot items on it. The benefits of natural quartzite makes the price worth it for many. We at Empire Granite & Marble provide premium quality of Quartzite in Buffalo New York. For more details visit us or call us at 716.404.5000 now! Colors and patterns of stone samples may not represent actual slab in stock. Call for availability.

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  DEKTON

  PROPERTIES THAT MAKE DEKTON IDEAL FOR KITCHEN WORKTOPS High UV Resistance Dekton is highly resistant to ultra violet (UV) light and will not fade or degrade over time making it perfect for both indoor and outdoor applications. Highly Scratch-Resistant Dekton is the most scratch resistant surface on the market and while the slip of a knife won’t damage Dekton, cutting boards are still recommended to protect your household utensils. Resistant to stains While other surfaces are stain resistant, Dekton is completely Stain Proof. Even the most stubborn stains like wine, coffee, markers, and rust can easily be removed from the surface. Since Dekton has extremely low porosity and contains no resins, it is chemical resistant. Drips or splashes of common household chemicals like bleach, drain cleaners or oven degreasers won’t harm Dekton. High Resistance to fire and heat Dekton withstands high temperatures without burning, scorching or cracking. Hot Pots and Appliances like Crock Pots can be placed directly on the surface with no worry of damage. Resistant to abrasion Dekton is even more resistant to abrasion than granite making it the ideal surface for commercial applications and high traffic areas such as flooring. While other surfaces show wear over time, Dekton’s finish will last for the life of the product and never needs to be re-surfaced or re-finished. Resistant to ice & thawing Dekton’s low coefficient of thermal expansion makes it Thermal Shock proof from both extreme heat and extreme cold. It’s natural resistance to ice and thawing makes it perfect for use in even the coldest environments. We at Empire Granite & Marble provide premium quality of Dekton in Buffalo New York. For more details visit us or call us at 716.404.5000 now! Colors and patterns of stone samples may not represent actual slab in stock. Call for availability.

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  SOAPSTONE

  SOAPSTONE is a metamorphic stone or rock composed of one or more minerals; however, in most industrial applications it is almost always a mixture of minerals because the mixture is somewhat harder than single mineral soapstone and mineral mixtures in nature are common, while single mineral purity is much less common. It commonly has a “soapy” to slippery and soft feel when the surface is unaltered by long use or treated with chemicals or oils. Hardness: Soapstone used for surfaces is a soft dimension stone. Mohs hardness 1-4, depending on mineral content. The softness is a plus: It can be worked with ordinary tooling, scratches and dings can be eliminated or minimized with ordinary sandpaper, and it is forgiving of china. Chemical reactivity: Soapstone is very inert. It does not react with strong acids or alkali (basic) solutions. Heat retention is very high. Soapstone is unaffected by temperatures from well below zero to above ±2,000° F. Since soapstone is a metamorphic stone formed under high pressure, it is highly compacted and dense; thus absorbency is zero or so close to zero that it is inconsequential, making this stone exceedingly sanitary as a food preparation surface, as well maintained surfaces resist harboring bacterial growth. We at Empire Granite & Marble provide premium quality of soapstone in Buffalo New York. For more details visit us or call us at 716.404.5000 now! Colors and patterns of stone samples may not represent actual slab in stock. Call for availability.

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  ONYX

  ONYX originates in the dripstone deposits of limestone caverns, where it forms stalactites, stalagmites, and other formations that can fill an entire cavern or void space. It is deposited by gentle, dripping water movement followed by evaporation between drops that deposits calcium carbonate from the water onto the formation, incrementally enlarging formations by thousandths of an inch or less per drop. Thus onyx is also a chemical sedimentary stone, and may envelop terrestrial fossil remains. Although this process of drop-by-drop addition of material does take time, large deposits of onyx begin to mature (filling caverns or fractures) in a relatively short period of geologic time. Onyx tends to be more crystalline, strongly banded and colored in browns to yellows and clear. It can be translucent, and light-colored varieties sliced thin are used for attractive backlit display panels or even light-admitting windows. Onyx, like most limestone, will recrystallize in time (not a metamorphic process), often enhancing translucency. The color, veinings, clouds, mottlings, and shadings in marble are caused by substances included in minor amounts during formation. Iron oxides make the pinks, yellows, browns, and reds. Most grays, blue grays, and blacks are of bituminous origin. Greens are caused by micas, chlorites, and silicates. We at Empire Granite & Marble provide premium quality of Onyx in Buffalo New York. For more details visit us or call us at 716.404.5000 now! Colors and patterns of stone samples may not represent actual slab in stock. Call for availability.

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  ENTRY LEVEL STONE

  At Empire Granite & Marble we provide premium quality of Granite and Quartz in Buffalo New York. For more details visit us or call us at 716.404.5000 now!

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  Customized Kitchen

  At Empire Granite & Marble we provide premium quality countertops and custom cabinetry made locally in Buffalo New York. For more details visit us or call us at 716.404.5000 now!

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