by Capital Stone
Choosing the right elements for your kitchen or bathroom is a journey that often starts from the floor and works its way up. Once you have selected your perfect countertop, the next critical design decision is your backsplash. Using the same quartz, granite, marble, or quartzite for your backsplash is a seamless and efficient way to create a contemporary, high-end look for your kitchen.
Setting a budget is essential for any large home project. When shopping for granite, quartzite, marble, or quartz countertops, distributors often quote stone per square footage, but this initial price rarely includes all installation and fabrication costs.
You're ready to transform your kitchen with the stunning, one-of-a-kind look of natural stone countertops. But if you're only relying on small samples, you're missing the bigger picture—literally!
The grilling season is upon us, and if you're installing an outdoor kitchen in Upstate New York, you need a countertop that can handle everything, from the blistering sun to a hot grill, without fading or warping. For customers in and around Schenectady, Saratoga, and even up to Lake George, Capital Stone will help you figure out what stone is not only going to look best on your patio, but also withstand the elements for many years to come!
A stone remnant is a slab of stone, such as marble, granite, quartzite, quartz, left over from a larger project that didn’t require the whole slab.The standard slab is typically between 56 and 72 square feet, and there is often plenty of beautiful material left that is perfect for smaller jobs.
A new year brings fresh opportunities to elevate your home—starting with the kitchen. If you’re planning a remodel in 2026, countertop trends are shifting in exciting ways.
Keep your countertops beautiful for years. Learn simple cleaning, sealing, and maintenance tips for granite, quartz, and marble.
Discover the advantages of working with a local countertop fabricator – from personalized service to precision installation.
Choosing a new countertop is exciting – and a little daunting. With so many options, how do you pick the right stone for your space, your style, and your lifestyle? At Capital Stone in Schenectady and Saratoga, we help homeowners find the perfect surface every day. Here’s a quick guide to the most popular choices and what makes each unique.