Precise measurements make a "DIY" install a breeze
Soapstone counters
are square or rectangular stones that are placed on your
cabinets and then joined at the seams.
Now when you see them in that light, you need to know that the stones we mine are
a maximum size of 32" x 60", so anything beyond these
dimensions need to be seamed.
Now divide your
counters into the appropriate sections and measure.
Here is how I
measured this particular kitchen.
25 1/2" x
52"
25 1/2" x
32"
25 1/2" x
44"
27" x 60"
27" x 48"
Counter thickness 1
1/4"
We'll need to know
the location of your sink.
Here are the stones cut and
placed on the cabinets, waiting to be seamed and finished.
Also pay special
attention to your overhang. You will want your counter to extend past
any under mounted appliance such as the dishwasher.
Remember there is
no standard - this is your custom counter.
And here's the finished product.
The counters in this particular
kitchen were installed and finished in one day.
The tile work and backsplash were
done by others.
Click
on the photo to the right to see the type of drawing we need to process
your order or provide you with a quote.
This drawing is of the actual
countertop area; providing 1" overhang from the cabinet
door.
It also shows us the location of
the sink, stove and where the walls are.
Whether you are
installing or we are installing the cost is based on the amount of stone
required to create the countertop surface.
