Marble Countertops in Hampton, VA
We measure, supply and fit marble countertops in kitchens and bathrooms across Hampton, Virginia.
- Quotes in writing
- 17 areas covered
Hampton Countertop Pros fits marble countertops in homes across Hampton. We measure your cabinets first, then have each marble slab cut to fit them.
What marble is
The U.S. Geological Survey says marble is a metamorphic rock, while limestone is a sedimentary rock. It says marble forms when limestone is heated and squeezed by natural rock-forming processes. It also says marble is usually light colored, made of calcite crystals locked together like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, and that its colored streaks come from other minerals mixed in.
We'd have you look at the actual marble slab before it goes on your kitchen counters, your island or a bathroom vanity top.
Marble and acid
The U.S. Geological Survey says limestone and marble are mainly made of calcite, which dissolves readily in weak acid. It says granite is mainly made of minerals that resist acid attack. On old marble buildings, it says acid in the rain has left rough surfaces and rounded off sharp edges and carved details.
So on a marble top, we'd have you wipe up lemon juice, vinegar, wine and tomato sauce quickly. If you want a stone that holds up better to those spills, we can show you granite or quartzite next to the marble.
Silica dust when marble is cut
An OSHA and NIOSH hazard alert says that, depending on the type of stone, countertops may contain over 90% crystalline silica. It says marble and limestone contain little or none. OSHA calls silicosis an incurable lung disease that can lead to disability and death.
The same alert tells countertop firms to do as much of the work as they can in the shop instead of at your house. Whoever you hire, ask them where your slab will be cut and how they keep the dust down.
What sets the price of marble
We price marble countertops for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing. Our price depends on the slab you choose, how much counter we cover, the edge you pick, and how many holes we cut for the sink and the cooktop, the burners set into the counter.
Not sure marble is the one? We also fit quartz, granite and quartzite, and we can quote more than one.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The name of the marble and the thickness of the slab.
- Which slab is yours, so the one you picked is the one that gets cut.
- A drawing of the layout, with every seam and cutout marked.
- Which edge you are getting.
- Whether taking out and hauling away the old countertops is in the price.
- Who disconnects and reconnects the sink, faucet and cooktop.
Questions about marble countertops in Hampton
Is marble the same as quartzite?
No. The U.S. Geological Survey lists marble and quartzite as two different metamorphic rocks, and says quartzite is made mainly of quartz and forms from sandstone.
Do I need a permit for new marble countertops in Hampton?
The City of Hampton says you don't need a permit to replace a plumbing fixture in the same location, other than a gas water heater. Water lines, electrical wiring, gas lines and sheetrock (drywall) are on its list of work that does need one. If your new marble top means moving the sink or adding an outlet, we'll check with the city's permit office with you before we start.
How do I clean marble countertops?
FoodSafety.gov says to wash countertops with hot, soapy water, especially after they've held raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs. On any countertop we fit, we'd still set hot pans on a stand or pad and use a cutting board for knives.
Can you fit marble on a bathroom vanity?
Yes, we fit marble on bathroom vanity tops as well as kitchen counters, and we'll go through slabs with you for either room.
Can you replace my old laminate with marble?
Yes, we can take out old laminate or tile tops and fit marble in their place as part of a countertop replacement job.
Can you put in a backsplash at the same time?
Yes, we can. Once the marble is set, we do backsplash installation, facing the strip of wall just above the counter with tile or stone that goes with it.
Can you fix a chip in a marble countertop?
Send us a photo, or we can come out and look. We'll tell you whether a countertop repair will hold or the piece should be replaced.
Get a quote for marble countertops
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and the rooms you want done. We'll measure, go through marble slabs and edges with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other countertops we fit, go to the Hampton Countertop Pros home page.
Ready to talk about your countertop job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.