Featured Advertiser Editorial
NATURAL MARBLE. “Elegant, timeless, beautiful. Everybody loves the look of marble. Like all beautiful things, marble requires a little extra loving care. Marble’s charm lies in the character that everyday wear and tear brings. In addition to the classic whites and grays, marble can be found in black, yellow, green, pink and gold for a stunning dramatic look. Marble is softer than other natural stone options and may not be the ideal choice for buyers concerned with imperfections that appear over time.” QUARTZ. “If you’re looking for the marble look without the marble maintenance, engineered stone is the right choice. Made from one of the hardest minerals on earth, quartz is ideal for kitchens, bathrooms and other high traffic areas. The material consists of 93-97% ground quartz compressed with pigments, polymers and resins to make a nonporous surface. Stain-resistant, antimicrobial and kid-friendly, quartz products require very little maintenance. Design-friendly quartz comes in an eye-catching array of brands and colors.” SOLID SURFACE. “Corian is the most commonly known brand of Solid Surface. People often remember this clean and seamless look as something they grew up with. It’s antimicrobial and easy to clean. Scratches can be buffed out for easy repair. Solid Surface is making a comeback in commercial settings that require a sterile environment or as alternative option for bathroom settings.” SPECIALTY SURFACES: “Dekton® and Neolith® are name brand examples of a new generation of materials known as ultracompact surfaces. These products started the trend of ‘It’s not quartz, it’s not granite, what is it?’ These products are made using natural materials cured at extremely high temperatures. Specialty surfaces are a great option for indoor
and outdoor applications, full-height backsplashes, fireplaces, countertops, outdoor kitchens and wall cladding.” PORCELAIN. “One of the hottest trends going right now — large format porcelain slabs have made their way into the countertop world. Nonporous, easy to clean, light weight and an affordable price point make this product an amazing choice for full-height backsplashes, shower walls or fireplace surrounds. It comes in glossy, matte and textured options. The sky’s the limit for colors.” Monroe says, “No project is too big or too small. We handle it all. Whether it’s a countertop for your powder bath or a new construction 10,000-square-foot home.” Empire fabricates and installs material to ensure a smooth process from project start to finish, and sources material from multiple vendors spanning the globe. “We offer multiple brands from multiple vendors and will procure material for you if you find something not currently in our lineup. For smaller projects, we offer a wide range of remnants to choose from. Remnants are a great way to save money without compromising on style,” she says. Pricing includes fabrication and installation of your favorite product. Empire can remove old countertops and offers a wide variety of sinks and faucets to complement any project. To learn more, please call or fill out the contact form at www. empirefab.com. Empire showrooms are always open online. Inperson visits are currently limited to appointment only due to COVID-19 safety guidelines. Enjoy your time at home by having Empire freshen your space! u EMPIRE COUNTERTOPS, LLC Austin: 512-637-5240 | San Antonio: 210-651-3281 DFW Metroplex: 940-686-0000 www.empirefab.com
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