Stone is the choice of many designers, adding character and warmth to any room. Sourced from the earth, stone is made from a number of minerals, typically including 20% quartz. All stone has natural variations in colour, veining and speckling for a one-of-a-kind surface. It’s naturally resistant to heat and water and, with our 25-year sealant and minimal care, it can stand the test of time.
Below are our in-stock natural stone colours and materials. We have supplied and installed 100’s of different natural stone materials/colours and continue to do so each and everyday. Please visit one of our local showrooms for additional info on natural stone products.
square wrap
waterfall
bullnose
crescent edge
double bevel
wide angle bevel
flat edge
ogee
double wave
Dropped Mitre
Aspen Edge
Cypress Edge
Chiseled
All natural stone is 3cm thick with the exception of Cypress and Aspen edges, which are 6cm thick. Thicknesses may vary up to 0.125 inches.
Below are examples of natural stone colours and materials we work with. We have supplied and installed 100’s of different natural stone materials/colours and continue to do so each and everyday. Please visit one of our local showrooms for additional info on natural stone products.
After sourcing stone from the earth, it typically undergoes a manufacturing process to strengthen the material, which includes filling fissures and pits with resin.
Fissures and pits are a natural feature of stone. They are typically filled with resin during the manufacturing process, but can add character to a countertop.
Natural stone is durable, but can scratch, chip or crack without care – but can be repaired.
You can test the sealant’s effectiveness by dropping a bead of water on your countertop. After a few minutes, wipe it away; if the spot is now darker, your surface is absorbing the water and your sealant should be re-applied.
Natural stone is available in varying thicknesses, from two to three centimetres, for ultimate versatility, including wall applications like showers, fireplaces and more.
Yes! We recommend you view your stone slab before fabrication. Because stone is sourced from the earth, there are natural variations, including fissures and pits, from slab to slab.
Depending on the stone, wear and tear, it may need a re-application of sealant to protect its porosity and lustre.
Stone is heat resistant, but can be damaged with quick changes in temperature.
Stone is scratch resistant, but cutting on stone can dull or damage your knives.
Coffee, tea and juices can etch or stain stone if spills aren’t cleaned up immediately.
Abrasive cleaners can damage stone. Use mild cleaners and non-scratch sponges.
We are proud to back our product and our service. We provide a two-year installation warranty on our natural stone countertops, as well as product manufacturers warranties – and we’ll happily act as a liaison on your behalf in the rare occurrence of a product defect.
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| Material | Granite$$$ | Quartzite$$$$ | Marble$$$–$$$$ | Soapstone$$$–$$$$ | Limestone$$–$$$ | Slate$$–$$$ |
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| Appearance | Speckled, flecked patterns with depth | Dramatic veining, marble-like but harder | Elegant veining, timeless luxury | Smooth, matte, develops patina | Soft, earthy tones, fossil patterns | Layered texture, cleft or honed finish |
| Sealing | Yearly | Yearly | Every 3–6 months | Optional — naturally dense | Every 3–6 months | Yearly |
| Outdoor use | Yes | Yes | Not ideal — stains | Yes — frost-proof | No — too porous | Yes |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 6–7 | 7–8 | 3–4 | 1–2 | 3–4 | 4–5 |
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| Ideal use | Kitchens, outdoor, high-traffic areas | Kitchens wanting marble look with durability | Low-traffic baths, fireplaces, accent surfaces | Kitchens, farmhouse style, labs | Bathrooms, fireplaces, accent walls | Flooring, outdoor, rustic kitchens |
| Standout trait | Workhorse — tough & versatile | Hardest natural stone | Unmatched luxury & elegance | Naturally antibacterial | Soft warmth & character | Rugged, slip-resistant texture |
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| Maintenance | pH-neutral cleaner, seal yearly | pH-neutral cleaner, seal yearly | Gentle cleaner only, seal often | Mineral oil for even patina | Gentle cleaner, seal often | pH-neutral cleaner, seal yearly |
| Key caution | Acidic spills can etch if unsealed | Heavy — requires strong support | Etches with any acid (lemon, wine, vinegar) | Soft — scratches easily but darkens over time | Very porous — stains and etches readily | Can flake along layers if poorly sealed |
| Unique note | Hand-pick your slab — each is one-of-a-kind | Often mislabelled — verify with your fabricator | Develops character (patina) with age — embrace it | Darkens over time — many owners love the aged look | Contains natural fossils — truly unique patterns | Natural cleft finish is slip-resistant for floors |
– Devin S.Best selection, quality and care. Just renovated a rental of mine, and Colonial did a great job with all of the new countertops. They were on time, on budget and the quality of the job was great.
With eight showrooms and five fabrication facilities across the province, we service all of BC and Alberta. Our sales staff will even travel outside our showroom locations for an in-home consultation in your community.
