The Stone Studio, granite countertops batesville indiana - The Stone Fabrication Process: What to Expect

The Stone Fabrication Process: What to Expect

Step One: Getting an Estimate
Contact us to set up your initial, free, in-home consultation. At this time we will present samples & design resources, and provide suggestions for optimal function and beauty. We will listen to your vision, then take measurements and photos. Based on the information gathered at this meeting, an estimate will be sent to you via e-mail within the next several days. (Your quote will be adjusted after the final details have been decided)
*For "What affects your final costs?", see side bar.

Step Two: Choosing a Stone
At your convenience, we will schedule a day and time to accompany you to visit our suppliers' showrooms. There, we will assist you in making a stone selection.
For additional aid in the selection process, you may also visit the showrooms on your own, view samples on-line, or let us make arrangements for you to see real-life samples of our work. In addition, we often have a dozen or more slabs available for viewing right in our Batesville shop. Call for an appointment
Step Three: Placing an Order
At the time the order is placed, we require a signed contract form and a 50% deposit based on the estimate price. Payment must be made by check. We do not accept credit cards.

Step Four: The In-Home Template
The person responsible for decision-making must be present for this scheduled appointment.

          Prior to the scheduled template:
           1. All cabinets must be completely installed and level.
           2. Old counter tops must be removed.  (unless we are providing this service)
           3.   Sink, faucet and cook top must be on location so that we may take them back to the shop to ensure a proper
               fit. (Except of course, any of those items which are being purchased from us)

Templates for new tops will be made on bare cabinets. This entire process takes about 2 hours.
The final stone installation will be scheduled approximately 5 to 7 business days after the template.

Step Five: The Installation
We require that all of the remaining appliances be on location on or before the scheduled day of installation. This includes the stove, dishwasher, fridge, etc.
You, the owner, must be present to sign our certificate of completion. Your signature tells us you are satisfied with the quality of our work. Final payment is due at time of installation

* For more of what to expect at the installation, see side bar.

Phone: 812.933.0200

What affects your final cost?
1. Stone Selection & square footage
2. Linear feet of finished edge
3. Edge profile
4. Number & type of cutouts
5. Slab size & amount of waste
6. Back splash
7. Additional services such as plumbing reconnect, or removal of old tops
8. Sinks, faucets, corbels, or other materials purchased
9. Choice of sealer. We now offer the option of having your surface sealed with a lifetime sealer instead of our standard high quality impregnating sealer.

What to expect at the Installation:
1. The Installation will take about 6 hours
2. Application of the adhesive will produce a very strong smell. If you are sensitive to smells, you may want to make arrangements to be elsewhere during this short part of the process.
3. The faucet holes will often be drilled on sight and may produce a minimal amount of dust
4. Although our installers are very careful, it is possible that the installation process will result in a few nicks on the walls around the counter top. Some touch-ups may be necessary after the granite has been installed.

Pete & Marlene Wukusick, owners