We had Granite Depot install granite and marble countertops in the following locations: kitchen (also tile backsplash), laundry room, and 5 bathrooms. The kitchen already had a builders-grade granite and the other rooms had formica. They did the tear-out and new install. We are VERY PARTICULAR on things and went ot the slab warehouse to tag our own slabs. Mr. Bala also usually only offers more builders-grade sinks, so we opted to go upmarket knowing that we would have to pay the additional cost.
We went with 3cm slabs as it has a nicer look than having a thinner slab and then having an edge put onto make it appear thicker. We had a fancy edge put onto the granite in the kitchen, but all other areas just had a regular edge.
We did have the luxury of doing the tear out and installation while not living in the home--- the installation can be very messy.
I have attached a picture of the kitchen. We did marble countertops in the master bath vanities (not shown).
As with any and all contractors, the buyer must know what to ask for/ ensure what they are getting. If you don't want a seam in the middle of your countertop, then you must state that and make sure your slab is big enough.
We are moving to a new house soon (unfortunately the new house has a big seam right down the middle of the island countertop) so as soon as I recover from the down payment and moving expenses, I will have Granite Depot upgrade me from Builder's grade to a more exotic/ level 5 stone at least in the kitchen for now. read more