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Chicagoans living in Aurora, Schaumburg, South Barrington. Buffalo Grove, Skokie, and surrounding suburbs are familiar with hot and humid summers, best enjoyed outside with friends and family. Every year, at Granite Selection, we install quartz countertops in outdoor kitchens and entertainment areas across the city. Most of our clients have many questions about the viability […]

Granite countertop installation is a homeowner investment that improves property value but requires some research. At Granite Selection, we’ve successfully installed thousands of stylish granite countertops in Chicago and are frequently asked by clients: When is the best time to buy kitchen countertops? Here’s the answer: Do your countertops need replacing? Shabby countertops beyond repair […]

Quartz remnants are versatile offcuts from larger slabs used for smaller projects such as vanities, shower ledges, or furniture pieces. We always tell our clients in Chicago; if they need a small bit of stone for their next project, they should look at remnants first before they consider buying a complete slab. It’s an eco-friendly […]

Many fabricators stockpile quartz and granite remnants once their clients’ natural stone projects are complete. Remnants are usually too small for large countertops, but sizable enough that it would be a waste if they weren’t used. These stone pieces present an opportunity for creative applications throughout the home — from furniture to shelves, vanities, small […]

Granite bathroom countertops are a practical way to make your bathroom look fantastic. Learn this list of the best granite bathroom countertop ideas here!

Familiarize yourself with different grades of quartz countertops before purchasing. Read the main factors that will help you make savvy countertop choices.

If you want to add eternal calacatta gold silestone to your kitchen, check out these top ideas and find out how to match this quartz stone in your kitchen!

Granite countertops are often the first choice by homeowners when it comes to home and kitchen redesigns. They’re hard, durable, and extremely beautiful. I’m sure you’ve made all the necessary considerations for your next redesign: color, vein patterns, orientation. But have you ever thought about standard granite thickness? Granite countertop thickness can contribute to your […]

Do you find yourself wondering what all the hype is about when it comes to granite countertops? With a lot of different stone materials available to choose from, granite always seems to come out on top – but why is this? With a whole host of benefits, from beautiful colors and patterns to incredible durability […]

Granite is beautiful for countertops in the kitchen, bathroom, and anywhere else you have countertops in your home. It is durable, can handle high and low temperatures wears well, and is aesthetically beautiful. It adds so much character to a home. So, you know granite is the countertop you want, but there are more decisions to be […]