Natural granite · Charlotte, NC
Looking for granite countertops Charlotte NC? Natural stone that handles heat, daily cooking and Carolina summers outdoors, at the lowest starting price in our yard. Pick your slab in person and we install it 7 business days after templating.
Cornerstone Countertops & Cabinetry fabricates and installs granite countertops in Charlotte, NC starting at $29.95 per square foot installed, in polished, leathered and honed finishes. Granite is a natural igneous stone, so every slab has its own pattern, and you choose the actual slab in our Orr Rd yard before we cut it. It suits busy family kitchens, bathroom vanities and outdoor kitchens anywhere within 100 miles of Charlotte.
Why granite
Granite formed from cooled magma, which makes it dense, hard and comfortable with heat. Those traits matter more in a kitchen that cooks every night than any trend.
A hot pot set down for a moment won't harm the stone. A trivet is still the best habit for any countertop.
Granite sits around 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale, harder than most kitchen knives.
Sun and rain don't fade natural granite, which is why we suggest it for grills and patio bars.
Each slab is cut from a quarry block, so no two match. You approve the exact piece, so the pattern on your counter is the one you chose.
Granite has low porosity, but it is not zero. Mild soap and water for daily cleaning, plus a periodic sealer, keep stains from soaking in.
Our Classic Granite tier starts at $29.95 per square foot installed, the entry point of our yard.
Finish guide
The finish changes how granite looks, feels and shows everyday marks, more than most buyers expect. We stock all three, so you can touch them side by side in the yard.
| Finish | Look | Feel | What shows most | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polished | Glossy, deepest color and pattern | Smooth and cool | Fingerprints on dark slabs | Kitchens where the stone is the star |
| Leathered | Soft sheen, rich color | Lightly textured | Very little; hides smudges and water spots | Busy family kitchens and dark granites |
| Honed | Matte, lighter tone | Velvety and flat | Oil and water marks until wiped | Modern and farmhouse kitchens |
Sealing is a quick routine job, and this test tells you when it is due. Do it once a year, or whenever you notice water spots that linger.
Pour a small puddle of water, about the size of a coin, near the sink and the stove.
Leave it alone. Then wipe it dry and look at the stone under good light.
A dark ring means the stone absorbed water and is ready for sealer. No ring means you're fine.
Leathered granite is the most forgiving in a busy kitchen, while polished shows the full depth of the pattern. Our guide on leathered vs honed granite compares them in detail, and is granite outdated in 2026 covers what Charlotte homeowners are choosing now.
Pricing
Granite starts at $29.95 per square foot installed in our Classic Granite tier. Rarer granites with bolder movement sit in the higher tiers, and your quote names each slab with its price.
Per square foot, installed, with templating, a flat polished edge, installation and kitchen sink installation included. Tear-out and shaped edges are quoted separately.
Every granite job carries our 1-year warranty on fabrication and installation, from a fully insured shop named Gold for Best Countertop Store in Charlotte's Best 2024 and 2025. Homeowners rate us 4.9 on Google.
Slab yard
Granite colors on a screen rarely match the slab. Walk our yard at 7517 Orr Rd, Monday to Friday 9 AM to 5 PM or Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM, and see the slabs in person next to the finishes above.
Bring a cabinet door or a paint chip if you have one. Standing a sample against the full slab shows you in seconds whether the background color works.
See Granite Colors in Our Slab YardOther options
Granite wins on heat and price; the stones below win on other things. If two are still on your list, these pages help you choose.
No sealing and a consistent color, for homeowners who want the lowest upkeep.
Browse our quartz slabsEven harder than granite, with the soft movement of marble. Taj Mahal is trending.
View our quartzite slabsGranite is our first suggestion for grills and patio bars in full sun.
Plan countertops for your outdoor kitchenFAQ
What Charlotte homeowners ask us most before choosing granite.
At Cornerstone, granite starts at $29.95 per square foot installed. Your quote names the exact slab and its price.
Use the water test once a year. If a coin-sized puddle darkens the stone within 15 minutes, it is time to reseal.
Granite tolerates heat well, so a brief contact won't harm it. We still recommend a trivet to protect the sealer and the finish.
Leathered. Its light texture hides fingerprints and water spots better than polished or honed granite.
Yes. Natural granite doesn't fade in the sun and handles heat from the grill, which makes it our usual outdoor suggestion.
Not exactly, since every slab is unique. That is why you choose the actual slab in our yard before we cut it.
The slab, templating, cutting, a flat polished edge, installation and kitchen sink installation. We do not do plumbing.
Free estimate
Tell us the size of your kitchen and the granite colors you like. We send starting prices within 2 business days, and you can book a free estimate with photos or plans.
