Slab Yard for Designers: How Trade Clients Use Our Yard
Slab yard for designers: designers use our slab yard to shortlist stones before the client visit, bring clients in without an appointment, approve the exact slab together and get the stone type and color written on the quote. From there we template, fabricate and install in 7 business days. Contractors and designers can also join our trade program for special pricing or a referral commission.
Summary
- Walk in Monday to Saturday, no appointment needed.
- Shortlist before the client visit to keep decisions focused.
- Approve the actual slab and get it named on the quote.
- Trade program: contractor pricing and designer referral commission.
A Typical Designer Workflow in Our Yard
| Step | What the designer does |
|---|---|
| 1. Pre-visit | Shortlist two or three slabs and note their sizes |
| 2. Client visit | Walk the shortlist with the client and samples |
| 3. Approval | The client approves the exact slab |
| 4. Quote | Stone, color and edges written on the quote within 2 business days |
| 5. Template and install | Optional: attend template day to confirm details |
Shortlisting Tips
- Check slab size against the island and longest run before falling in love with a stone.
- Photograph each slab in full and up close, in daylight if possible.
- Bring the client's cabinet door and floor sample.
Our guides on how to choose a granite slab at the yard and how big is a granite slab cover the checks in detail.
Bringing Clients to the Yard
The yard is open Monday to Friday 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM at 7517 Orr Rd, with on-site parking. Clients can see the slabs in person without booking ahead.
The Trade Program
Contractors can ask about special pricing for repeat work; designers can ask about our referral commission. Details are on the trade program page. More planning help in countertop buying guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do designers need an appointment?
No. The yard is open to walk-ins Monday to Saturday.
Do you offer a designer commission?
Yes. When Cornerstone manages the project with your client, you earn a commission on the job; if you prefer to manage it yourself, you get contractor pricing instead. We share the terms when you join.
Can I attend template day?
Yes, designers are welcome to confirm details on site.
Do you install cabinets too?
Yes. We supply, assemble and install cabinets.
