FAQs
For quartz and stone countertops, the process typically takes 1–2 weeks to template, with drawings ready within 48 hours of your appointment.
Fabrication and installation follow 2–3 weeks after approval, provided your material is in stock.
Laminate countertops have a faster turnaround.
Custom colours may require additional supplier lead time.
Colonial Countertops serves Vancouver, Burnaby, Victoria, Kelowna, Abbotsford, Nanaimo, Courtenay, and Calgary.
Yes – For natural stone, you can visit any of our showrooms to view the physical slab before committing.
For quartz countertops, we provide samples in our showroom plus photo overlays showing exactly how the veining will look on your specific kitchen or bathroom layout.
This ensures you’re completely confident before fabrication begins.
Quartz countertops do not require sealing, making them one of the lowest-maintenance options available.
Porcelain countertops also require no sealing.
For natural stone surfaces like granite and marble, we apply 3 coats of sealer at installation and recommend annual resealing as part of routine care to keep them looking their best.
We recommend always using trivets regardless of your countertop material.
Quartz and laminate countertops can be damaged by direct heat exposure.
If heat resistance is a priority for your kitchen, porcelain and granite countertops offer the best performance among the materials we carry.
Seam placement is carefully determined during the templating and fabrication process to minimise visibility and maintain structural integrity.
Our experienced team works to place seams in the least noticeable locations — typically away from high-traffic areas and focal points.
We’ll walk you through the seam plan before fabrication begins so there are no surprises.
Yes — Colonial Countertops sells and installs sinks and faucets alongside your countertop project.
For stone and quartz countertops, undermount sinks are the most popular choice and give a seamless, easy-to-clean look.
For laminate countertops, drop-in sinks are the available option as undermount is not compatible with laminate.
Colonial Countertops has 8 showroom locations across BC and Alberta: Vancouver, Burnaby, Victoria, Kelowna, Abbotsford, Nanaimo, Courtenay, and Calgary.
Each location offers expert consultations, material samples, and full countertop fabrication and installation services.