Top Granite, Marble & Quartz Countertops in Ohio

natural stone countertops

Transform your kitchen and bathrooms look with a countertop that stands the test of time.

For centuries, natural stone (granite, marble, quartzite, and more) has been the favorite choice for countertops in the finest Ohio homes. It continues to be the #1 choice for many of our customers today in Ohio. That’s because the beauty of nature isn’t something that can be made in a factory.

However, we have found tons of other awesome countertop materials that promise low maintenance, easy installation, durability, and water resistance.

It took thousands of years to be built, shaped, and formed through all-natural processes that just can’t be replicated with ease.

Natural Stone Countertops

Granite, Marble, Quartzite, Travertine, Soapstone

Engineered Stone Countertops

Quartz, Porcelain

Specialty Countertops

Butcher Block, Stainless Steel

Ohio Natural Stone Countertop Fabricators

Natural stones have been an essential component of construction for a long time because of their exceptional qualities. They are a range of quarried products that have served the building and production of solid surface countertops.

These natural stone products, including ones from the same source, come in different colors, textures, and compositions. They are beneficial during construction as it allows for flexibility and the creation of distinctive designs. Natural stone products are also used in making concrete countertops.

Granite countertops

Granite Countertops

Granite is a natural product which is predisposed to flaking, crumbling, and chipping which can occur more frequently in exotic material. Sometimes the delicate character of some stone is evident by the mesh backing on the underside of the slab. Granite is prone to fusions, holes, fissures/extrusions (small visual cracks that are not faults within the slab and are prefilled with resin or colored filler).

This material is delicate and more vulnerable during transport and especially in production. General handling and fabrication procedures, such as cut-outs, profiling may amplify the tendency for flaking and chipping. Due to the nature of this stone, any visibly porous areas, chips, flakes, or cracks will be filled at slab preparation before polishing and therefore may not be smooth to the touch.

The surface of the slab is usually polished when purchased. Granite slabs are subject to variances in veining, color, shade, and texture. Granite requires periodic sealing. Although, some sealers will last up to fifteen years with proper maintenance

Marble countertops

Marble Countertops

Marbles, serpentines, and onyxes are traditionally prized for their aesthetic appeal, accentuated by distinct veining and often bold colors. They are relatively softer than granite, although some serpentines are as dense as some granites.

Marbles can be scratched by kitchen utensils, so it is best to use cutting boards and other protective measures. Use only non-abrasive products when cleaning marble. Marbles can also be etched by chemical attack or very “hard” water. These stones are calcium carbonate based and are damaged by exposure to acidic solutions such as lemon juice, tomatoes, vinegar, etc. The use of inappropriate cleaning agents may also trigger acidic attack.

Acidic solutions can permanently etch the surface of the material. The application of a sealer will reduce, but not eliminate, the vulnerability to acidic attack. However, with proper care and maintenance, marble countertops can endure for a lifetime

Quartzite Natural Stone

Quartzite Countertops

Often confused with quartz (because of the similarity of names), quartzite is a natural stone and not engineered. It is a metamorphic rock, created when sandstone is subjected to extreme heat and pressure deep within the earth’s crust.

The peculiarities of its formation make quartzite extremely hard and highly resistant to heat and water. It comes in various textures and colors and easily withstands heavy foot traffic and harsh weather conditions. Due to this exceptional durability and versatility, quartzite can be used in all kinds of exterior and interior applications. Quartzite surfaces withstand wear and tear very well and can be used in high traffic areas and harsh environments.

They are easy to clean and stay beautiful for many years of heavy use. It resists heat and cold without cracking or sustaining other damage when exposed to extreme temperatures.

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Travertine Countertops

Travertine is known for its versatility. It has various finishes that help you achieve your preferred look with ease. Polished travertine, for example, can give you a luxury look as it's often glossed and smoothed to reveal a shiny surface. Honed travertine, on the other hand, provides a smooth, yet matte look. It doesn't give off the shine.

Note, if your travertine is tumbled, then ensure to seal it before and after filling.

Soapstone countertops

Soapstone Countertops

Soapstone does not stain nor is it harmed by hot pots, citrus, wine, acids, or chemicals. It is largely composed of mineral talc, and thus rich in magnesium. The only maintenance recommended, not required, is the mineral oil treatment to enhance the natural darkening process the stone goes through and to ensure that it darkens evenly.

Mineral oil is not needed for protection since it is naturally non- porous. Soapstone may be cleaned with any common household cleaner

Limestone Natural Stone

Limestone Countertops

Limestones and travertine are calcium based like marble. Therefore, they have the same weaknesses as marbles when used as countertops. Abrasion damage is a concern, particularly if the stone is polished.
Many varieties of these stone types will absorb water to some degree and must be sealed to help protect them. It’s attractive but impractical in a busy kitchen.

Limestone resists heat well, but it nicks, cuts, and scratches easily, and even a high• quality sealer didn’t fend off stains. So, blot spills immediately and periodically reseal

Ohio Engineered Stone Countertops

Otherwise known as quartz, an engineered stone is made from crushed stone. It is used for several applications like kitchen countertops, indoor flooring as a granite alternative.

Unlike natural stone, engineered stone is non-porous; it hardly absorbs liquid, which makes cleaning easier. If you use more raw fish, vegetables, or meat in your kitchen, then engineered stone guarantees you safety. 

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Quartz Countertops

Quartz continues to become an alternative to natural stone. It’s a mix of mineral, color and resin. This man-made stone offers an increasingly realistic look mimicking materials such as marble, granite, concrete, and more.

But quartz offers easier maintenance than those materials. Quartz is less heat resistant than granite or quartzite, however. It can stain or be discolored by some foods. Samples of quartz products are to be considered “representative of the structure and color.” The actual material may vary slightly in both categories.

Variation in color or pattern is possible. Especially from a bundle to bundle. Quartz products should only be specified for indoor applications

Porcelain countertops​

Porcelain Countertops

They’re a part of the engineered stone family. Porcelain is made from kaolinite clay baked in extreme heat (1200– 1400 °C) to harden it into a dense and highly durable material. Impurities such as silica, mineral oxides, and feldspars do exist in the clay.

But rather than detract from porcelain’s quality, these impurities only add to porcelain’s strength and color. A porcelain *countertop has no problem at all with handling hot pots and pans directly on its surface. As mentioned earlier, porcelain is even stronger than the hardiest of granite. What’s more, it surpasses the strength of granite by 30% and does so at a much lower weight. Porcelain’s tough structure also makes it scratch-resistant. It’s also impervious to water. Besides being very low-maintenance in keeping clean, it’s also non-porous and stain-resistant, therefore sealing is not required. A major advantage that porcelain has over quartz is that it won’t get discolored by direct and prolonged sunlight. As porcelain is an engineered stone, patterns and colors can be added during the fabrication process for the final product.

Porcelain is available in polished, honed, or natural finish and is great for backsplashes, flooring, fireplace surrounds, exterior applications, steam showers, shower and tub surrounds, wall cladding and wains coting. All the mentioned uses are covered under our standard warranty except for *countertops.

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Ultra-Compact Surface (PST) Countertops

Ultra-Compact is composed of naturally existing, in organic minerals that are subjected to an extreme heat high pressure process called “Particle Sintering Technology(PST).” It’s essentially an accelerated version of the metamorphism process.

This creates a manufactured product with exceptional properties. It is highly UV, scratch, stain, fire (heat), abrasion and freezing (thawing) resistant. It is also highly resistant to water absorption, has superior mechanical resistance, maintains color stability, is dimensionally stable, is non-combustible and is highly resistant to hydrolysis. Slab sizes are generally larger than others (as large as 126” x 56”).

Thickness options are .8, 1.2 and 2.0 cm. This product is an excellent choice for both interior and exterior applications

Specialty Countertops Ohio

Butcher Block countertop​

Butcher Block Countertops

Butcher block tops are a beautiful addition to a kitchen. Natural wood has natural voids, expands, and contracts with humidity and is subject to separations and gouging. Oil•-finished wood was better at resisting heat, but stains spread and are impossible to remove. Varnished butcher block is very stain• resistant but still have the natural wood properties. These are part of the beauty. Not a good choice for a sink area.

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Stainless Steel Countertops

Stainless steel has all the qualities needed for an indestructible kitchen worktop. Heat-resistant? Check. Non-staining? Check. Hygienic and easy to clean? Check. It’s a nonporous material that unlike butcher block, concrete, and many natural stones, will not absorb even the toughest of cooking ingredients— which means that stainless doesn’t stain or harbor bacteria.

Hot pots and pans can be placed directly on its surface without worry. That said, stainless steel, like many materials, shows scratches, especially if sharp knives and other tools are used directly on it. (And stainless itself will damage knives, so it’s wise to cut on a cutting board.)

Most stainless used for countertop applications is brushed, which serves to camouflage small scratches, but, even so, it will patina overtime.

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Are you in need of high-quality custom kitchen countertops? Firenza stone is your one-stop-shop. We provide you with the right kitchen countertop options to simplify your search. 

From buying custom countertops to countertop installation, you can reach out to us for free estimates on our slabs for your residential and commercial projects. Rest assured, that you will receive top-notch service.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

Had the pleasure of meeting Dominic and his brother this morning. Just WOW! What an amazing team of people . If you’re in Cleveland.......Firenza is your GO TO place for stone and surfaces !
Andrew D.Homeowner
Personally have met one of the owners and am great friends with one of their installers and they are amazing, honest and genuine people. Then you see their work and your haw drops, almost art work
Dave K.Homeowner
Our kitchen is breathtaking thanks to Firenza Stone. Mike and his team transformed a beautiful piece of granite into a perfect countertop . The installation team was professional and efficient. There are no visible seams and the granite just flows through our kitchen. The final product of this visionary and expert group is amazing. We highly recommend Firenza Stone. I am very happy and would recommend this to any one without hesitation.
Randy R.Homeowner
After getting the run around and waiting game from another company in Willoughby, we stumbled upon Firenza and stopped in. The customer service was great from start to finish. We came with all of our sample materials and a budget in mind and they kept on the budget line. In fact, we ended up getting beautiful quartz counters instead of granite. The guy that came to measure out our kitchen was very personable and make a couple great suggestions based on our space and layout. When we go to do our bathroom, we will definitely return for counters!
James R.Homeowner
Mike was courteous and extremely responsive to inquiries and changes. Work was efficient and completed in a timely manner. Quartz counters fit perfectly. Price was competitive. Seams were placed in the least conspicuous locations. I am an extremely happy customer who is most willing to ‘show off’ their work.
Katherine D.Homeowner
I recently purchased new granite counter tops for my new home. Kelley and her installers were amazing! The colors and styles are gorgeous!
Ellie V.Homeowner
If you are looking for an excellent Kitchen or bathroom remodel you should call Firenza Stone!! Best in Northeast Ohio!!!!
Justin J.Homeowner
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