Anyone who is involved in the design, construction or enjoyment of homes (pretty much all of us!) will enjoy knowing about Granite Transformations
Since 1996, this company has focused on providing beautifully designed and crafted alternatives to more traditional granite products. Each piece is designed to go OVER your existing cabinetry, countertops and backsplashes. This eliminates the need to tear out existing countertops (messy and expensive). And that? Means less debris going into already-overflowing landfills — a green practice at a time when we can’t be green enough!
Unique Company, Unique Product
Granite Transformations’ core product line is Trend Stone. These slabs are approximately 95% natural stone mixed with a specially formulated polymer that provides greater strength and durability than traditional granite. The result is an engineered surface that’s heat, stain and scratch resistant – essentially maintenance free – and backed with the company’s limited lifetime warranty.In additon to these engineered granite surfaces, Granite Transformation also offers Trend Glass and Trend Mosaic . Trend Glass is a unique combination of quartz, semi precious man made stones and post consumer recycled glass. Some Trend Glass colors are manufactured with 72% post consumer recycled content. Trend Mosaic glass tiles come already mounted and pre-grouted on large slabs, making their installation amazingly easy. These additions provide a new array of color and design choices for your home, and come with the same quality and warranty as Trend Stone.
How does it work? Here’s an overview from the official website:
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No fuss
Each granite countertop is custom made to fit your requirements, and all fabrication is done at the factory. -
No mess
There’s no need to remove existing countertops; the granite overlay fits right on top of the existing surface.
How can we NOT afford to incorporate products that are high-quality, well-priced and do their part to help the earth?!
The Chicagoland office of Granite Transformations is at (630) 227-4500. E-mail them at northchicago@granitetransformations.com
You say you want your kitchen to be “green” but you don’t live near Chicago? Click here to find the location closest to you!
Interested in finding out about other green housing vendors? Call me or drop me a line. (312) 296-9249 / karen@karenpatton.net
