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Looking for countertop materials Charlotte NC? See how each stone looks, wears and is priced, then walk our slab yard and pick the exact slab for your kitchen or bath.
Cornerstone Countertops & Cabinetry fabricates and installs countertop materials in Charlotte, NC: granite, quartz, quartzite, marble, dolomite and exotic stones such as soapstone, crystal and semi-precious agate. This page is for homeowners choosing a stone for a kitchen, bathroom, fireplace or outdoor kitchen. We cut every slab in our shop at 7517 Orr Rd and install within 100 miles of Charlotte, including Matthews, Waxhaw, Mint Hill and Ballantyne.
Our materials
Each material has its own look, care routine and price range. Start with the one that fits how you cook and clean.
Natural, heat-tolerant stone with the lowest starting price in our yard: from $29.95/sq ft installed.
See granite countertops in CharlotteOur best seller. Low maintenance, no sealing, and a limited 15-year warranty after installation.
Explore quartz countertopsVery hard natural stone with marble-like movement. Taj Mahal is one of our fastest-moving colors.
Browse quartzite slabs in stockClassic veining for vanities, fireplaces and bakers' counters, with simple care that keeps it bright.
Learn about marble countertopsThe look of white marble on a tougher surface. A popular middle ground for bright kitchens.
Compare dolomite countertopsSoapstone, crystal and semi-precious agate for statement islands, bars and fireplaces.
See exotic stone slabsSide by side
Match the stone to how you use the room. Every material below is installed 7 business days after measurement.
| Material | Type | Best for | Choose it when | Everyday care | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granite | Natural (igneous) | Busy family kitchens, outdoor kitchens | You want natural stone at the lowest starting price | Wipe with mild soap; reseal periodically | Unique pattern, tolerates heat well |
| Quartz | Engineered | Kitchens and baths that should look the same for years | You want low maintenance and a consistent color | Soap and water; no sealing; use trivets for hot pans | Even look, limited 15-year warranty |
| Quartzite | Natural (metamorphic) | Statement islands, heavy-use kitchens | You love the marble look but want a harder stone | Mild soap; reseal periodically | Marble-like movement, very hard surface |
| Marble | Natural (metamorphic) | Vanities, fireplaces, baking areas | Classic veining matters more than a perfect finish | Wipe acidic spills quickly; reseal periodically | Timeless look that gains character |
| Dolomite | Natural (sedimentary) | Bright kitchens and baths | You want a white marble look with more durability | Wipe acidic spills quickly; reseal periodically | Soft white veining, sturdier than marble |
| Exotic stone | Natural (soapstone, crystal, agate) | Islands, bars, fireplaces, accent pieces | You want one piece people remember | Depends on the stone; we explain care at selection | One-of-a-kind statement surface |
Starting prices per square foot, installed
Includes the stone, templating, cutting, a flat polished edge, installation and kitchen sink installation. See countertop prices and what's included.
Our process
You decide with the real slab in front of you, and we take it from template to installation in 7 business days.
Use the table above or call us. We narrow the choice to two or three stones for your room.
Walk in any time we are open. Look at full slabs, finishes and edges side by side.
We measure your cabinets and cut your slab on our CNC, with water to keep the dust down.
Our crew installs your countertops and shows you how to care for your stone.
Not sure which stone fits your kitchen? Tell us how you cook and clean, and your estimate compares two or three slabs side by side, starting at $29.95 per sq ft installed, with our 1-year warranty on every job.
Compare Stones in My Free EstimateWhy Cornerstone
More stone types, real slabs and straight answers, from the team that fabricates them.
Granite, quartz, quartzite, marble, dolomite, soapstone, crystal and agate, all in one place.
Open Monday to Saturday on Orr Rd. Bring your family or designer and decide together.
Every natural slab is unique, so you approve the actual piece before we cut it.
See the same stone in different finishes and choose the feel that suits your kitchen.
Automated cutting gives clean edges, and wet cutting keeps stone dust under control.
White quartz with gray and gold veins sells most, and Taj Mahal quartzite is trending.
Stone know-how
Every material on this page makes a great countertop. These four topics help you pick the one that fits your habits, so you love it for years.
The Mohs scale ranks minerals by how easily they scratch, from 1 (talc) to 10 (diamond). Higher numbers resist knives and pots better.
The hardest options we carry. Ideal when you cook every day and want the least worry.
Hard and very consistent. Use a cutting board and trivets, as with any countertop.
Softer, with dolomite the tougher of the two. Beautiful where knives and acids are less frequent.
A stain is a liquid soaking in; sealing prevents it. Etching is a dull spot where an acid like lemon or vinegar touches stone that contains calcite, such as marble and dolomite. Wiping spills quickly keeps the finish even, and quartzite, granite and quartz are not affected the same way. Read our dolomite, quartzite and marble comparison.
Engineered quartz contains crystalline silica. The health concern is dust created while cutting slabs in a shop, not a finished countertop in your kitchen. We cut on an automated CNC with water to keep dust under control. Learn more in what homeowners should know about engineered stone and silica.
A few simple checks give you confidence that the stone you pay for is the stone you get. Our team walks you through each one in the yard.
True quartzite scratches glass. Ask to test a sample; see how to tell quartzite from marble.
Your estimate should name the stone and color, so the price matches your choice.
Look at the whole slab, not a small sample, to see its real movement and color.
Ask where the seams will fall on your layout before cutting. We show you first.
Service areas
Choose your stone in Charlotte, and we install it within a 100-mile radius of our shop, in North and South Carolina.
Check If We Serve Your TownReviews
Homeowners rate Cornerstone 4.9 on Google. Here is what three of them wrote.
Cornerstone did such a beautiful job on our granite countertop. They had a unique idea to take out the sink backsplash and extend the whole counter into an overhanging bar. So pleased with our granite countertop and enjoy looking at it every day. They are a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!
Two other counter companies didn’t seem interested in helping us, probably because we only wanted new counters and a cabinet repositioned. The team at Cornerstone was wonderful. They helped us select a piece of quartz that was in our budget and kept in contact to let us know what time the installers would come each morning. Kudos to Cornerstone for making our little job feel important!
We really love our new bathroom countertops! Found exactly what we wanted from a great selection, and the process was amazingly easy and professional. Highly recommended!
FAQ
Short, direct answers to what homeowners ask before choosing a stone.
Both are excellent. Quartz is low-maintenance and consistent; granite is natural, tolerates heat well and starts at a lower price. Read our quartz vs granite guide.
Not for many homeowners. Granite is the most affordable natural stone in our yard, handles heat well and suits busy kitchens and outdoor kitchens. See granite colors in stock.
Quartz is best kept away from direct high heat, so use trivets for hot pans. Indoors it needs no sealing and carries a limited 15-year warranty.
Quartzite is natural and very hard, with marble-like movement; quartz is engineered and more uniform. Compare them in quartzite vs quartz.
Yes, for homeowners who love its look and wipe acidic spills quickly. Many choose marble for vanities, fireplaces and baking areas. See marble countertops.
Dolomite is a natural stone that looks like white marble but is tougher. Read what a dolomite countertop is.
Yes, granite, quartzite, marble and dolomite benefit from periodic sealing, a quick job that helps the stone resist stains. Quartz does not need sealing.
Use a trivet. Quartz contains resin, and direct high heat can mark the surface. A trivet takes care of it.
For daily cooking, quartzite and granite are the hardest natural options we carry, and quartz is the easiest to maintain.
Yes. You pick your exact slab in our yard at 7517 Orr Rd, with no appointment. Plan your visit to our slab yard.
Guides
Deeper comparisons for when two stones are still on your list.
Stone Guides
Starting prices, heat, stains and sealing, compared for a typical Charlotte kitchen.
Stone Guides
Hardness, heat, stains and price for the two surfaces Charlotte buyers pick most.
Stone Guides
A simple explanation of dolomite and how it compares with marble and quartzite.
Free estimate
Tell us about your room and the stones you like. We reply with starting prices and the best time to see your options in the yard.
