Premium Surfaces, Professionally Installed

Stone — Questions

Which natural stones do you supply in Vancouver?

Marble, quartzite, limestone, travertine, granite, onyx and engineered stone. We work with Greater Vancouver slab yards and importers, so we can source a specific look, thickness or finish rather than limiting you to what is on one floor.

Is natural stone practical for a family kitchen?

Yes, with the right selection. Quartzite and engineered stone are the most forgiving for daily cooking; marble is softer and develops a patina. We talk through etching, staining and sealing before you commit to a slab.

Can you book-match a feature wall or island?

We select sequential slabs from the same block and lay out the veining so it mirrors across an island waterfall, a fireplace or a full wall. Layout is approved with you on digital templates before cutting.

Tile — Questions

Do you install client-supplied tile?

Yes. Many designers specify tile directly with a supplier and bring us in for installation only. We check quantities, calibration and lot numbers before starting so the layout is not compromised mid-way.

How do you handle waterproofing in bathrooms?

Substrates are levelled, then waterproofed with a bonded membrane system at floors, curbs and shower walls before any tile is set. Movement joints and drainage falls are set out at the same stage.

How is tile layout decided?

We set out the room from the most visible sightlines so cuts fall in the least conspicuous places, and align joints with niches, fixtures and adjoining stone wherever the layout allows.

Dekton — Questions

What makes Dekton different from natural stone?

Dekton is an ultra-compact surface that is highly resistant to heat, scratches, stains and UV. It does not need sealing, and it holds colour outdoors — which is why it is often used for exterior cladding and outdoor kitchens in Vancouver's climate.

Can Dekton be used outdoors in Vancouver?

Yes. Its UV stability and low porosity suit rain, freeze-thaw cycles and exterior cladding, patios and outdoor kitchens across Metro Vancouver.

Can Dekton be mitred for a thick edge?

Thin Dekton panels are routinely mitred to create 40mm, 60mm or thicker apparent edges, and waterfall ends with continuous pattern across the mitre.

Large-Format Slabs — Questions

How large can a single slab panel be?

Common large-format panels run up to roughly 3200 x 1600 mm, which lets us clad most wall heights and island runs with a single joint or none at all.

What access do you need for large-format installation?

Panels are heavy and need a clear path from the truck to the room, plus lifting frames and suction gear. We survey access before delivery so nothing is discovered on install day.

Can slabs be used on floors and walls together?

Yes. Running the same slab across floor, wall and joinery with continuous veining is one of the most effective uses of large-format material, and we plan the vein sequence across all surfaces at once.

Supply — Questions

Can I view slabs before purchase?

Yes. We arrange viewing at the yard with you or your designer, tag the specific slabs for your project, and hold them until templating.

Do you supply to builders and designers only?

We supply homeowners, designers, architects, builders and developers. Trade clients can order material without installation and receive the layout drawings alongside delivery.

How does delivery scheduling work?

Delivery is booked around your build programme so material arrives when the site is ready, not weeks early where it risks damage.

Installation — Questions

How does templating work?

Once cabinetry or substrates are in place, we digitally template the space, confirm overhangs, cut-outs and edge profiles with you, then fabricate to those measurements.

How long between templating and installation?

Usually one to two weeks for a kitchen or bathroom, depending on material availability and fabrication load. We confirm the date at templating.

Do you seal the surfaces after installation?

Porous materials are sealed on completion and we leave care guidance for the specific stone. Non-porous surfaces such as Dekton need no sealing.

Luxury Home Renovation — Questions

Do you manage the full renovation?

We lead the surfaces scope end to end and coordinate closely with your designer, architect, builder and trades. For full renovations we work within the main build programme rather than replacing it.

When should surfaces be specified in a renovation?

As early as possible. Slab selection, thickness and layout affect cabinetry, plumbing positions and lighting, so choosing material at design stage avoids compromises later.

Do you work on occupied homes?

Yes. We protect access routes, contain dust, and stage work so kitchens and bathrooms are out of service for as short a period as practical.