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June 21 2022

KEEPING GRANITE, QUARTZ & MARBLE COUNTERTOPS CLEAN

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WHO IS CONTINENAL?

Continental Granite is a family-owned and operated custom fabrication shop located in North-Central Florida, providing superior quality products and services, including but not limited to granite, marble, onyx, travertine, Silestone, Cambria, Ceasarstone, and Corian. Continental also works with the best cabinet makers in the business to provide cabinet options for both residential and commercial projects.

Continental Granite offers a combined 80+ years of experience in residential and commercial projects and services in 50 states. We pride ourselves on building relationships with our customers, including homeowners, business owners, and interior and design professionals.

Granite, Quartz & Marble

Whether you are remodeling or starting from scratch with a residential or commercial project, deciding on a countertop is an important decision that you will most likely be making. There are several options, but the three most popular materials used in countertops are granite, quartz, and marble. The material you choose can significantly impact the visual appearance of the completed project and your budget. Let’s look at how these three materials compare to one another and how to keep them looking fabulous.

GRANITE

Granite produces some of the most beautiful counter surface areas you can find. There is an abundance of styles and colors to choose from. No two granite countertops look the same, and it has a very organic appearance.

Granite is a natural resource and type of igneous rock that combines minerals like mica, quartz, plagioclase, and feldspar. This combination creates one of the toughest natural stones available for residential and commercial projects.

Granite is stain-resistant, heat-resistant, and scratch-resistant, but granite can sustain damage such as cracks and chips if not careful with day-to-day usage. The durability makes a perfect choice for any home or office.

Granite pricing ranges from $50 to $175 per square foot installed.

Maintenance requires your countertop to be cleaned daily with mild soap and water or a non-harsh cleaning product. To maintain the integrity of the stone, you must also seal the granite approximately every year.

QUARTZ

Quartz is an engineered product created with a combination of ninety percent ground natural quartz and roughly ten percent polyresin. These percentages may vary slightly depending on the brand of quartz.

Quartz has a more uniform appearance than granite and marble. It has the look of stone but without imperfections and varying patterns.

Quartz is a durable option but can not withstand high levels of heat. High levels of heat can melt the resin and lead to burn marks on the surface.

Quartz surfaces are non-porous and considered relatively bacteria-free. The polyresin materials protect the surface from needing to be sealed. However, if you require a long span of countertop, you may need to seam together multiple pieces of quartz. Continental uses a unique Invisa-Seam process. With this process, we can minimize unsightly separations in the countertops, giving them a more seamless look.

Quartz pricing ranges from $65 to $150 per square foot installed.

Similar to the granite countertop, quartz maintenance is relatively simple. Clean daily with mild soap and water, making sure not to use harsh chemicals.

MARBLE

Marble is considered a timeless classic when it comes to interior and commercial design. Marble has been used for centuries, including in some of the most famous sculptures and statues.

For years marble has also been used in many homes, offices, restaurants, and commercial spaces.

Marble is a metamorphic rock that is formed by the transformation of other rock types; in this case, the other rock is limestone. Marble is more porous than granite and quartz, making it more maintenance-heavy. Marble can easily stain and scratch, making it less durable than granite and quartz.

Marble offers several options when it comes to color, veining, and edges.

Marble pricing ranges from $50 to $180 per square foot installed.

Marble is vulnerable to acidic food and drinks and will need to be cleaned quickly. Items such as tomatoes, citrus fruits, soda, coffee, wine, fruit juice, and even vinegar can damage the marble. Suggested cleaning is wiping down the countertop with a damp cloth and a pH-neutral cleaner designed for stone. Be sure not to use abrasive cleaners that can damage and dull the finish.

Many stains that appear on marble countertops can be lifted with a mixture of baking soda and water. Spread the paste on the stained area, leave for 12-24 hours, and then wipe with a damp cloth.

Marble also requires that it be sealed periodically. As with granite, sealing can prevent stains and damage to the surface, maintaining the countertop’s beauty.

Granite, quartz, and marble provide a pleasing aesthetic to your space. Granite and quartz offer a more maintenance-free choice for your kitchen, bathroom, office, or commercial space.

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Continental Granite & Cabinets offers our clients a wide variety of custom fabrication needs, including countertops, fireplaces, stairs, wall cladding, flooring, bars, furniture pieces, custom trim, and much more. We also offer a wide range of products to make such creations, such as Granite, Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Silestone, Cambria, Caesarstone, Corian Quartz, etc. Continental Granite & Cabinets is proud to be a family-owned and operated business and treats its customers as if they were one of their own. We’re located in Bunnell, Florida, just 6 miles Northwest of Destination-Daytona in Ormond Beach, Florida, serving all of Central Florida and beyond. We believe our relationship with our customers lasts much longer than the current project we are working on with them. To learn more, call us today at 386.586.7059 or fill out our contact form here.

May 24 2022

Using Design Elements in Your Office Space

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A Mix of Light & Dark: The Law Offices of Chanfrau & Chanfrau

Over the last few years, where people work has changed. In a short period of time, we have gone from working in an office building full-time to working from home full-time, to a hybrid of both, and now some organizations are transitioning back to a full-time return to an office building. Creating and maintaining a dynamic office space is essential for both the client and your team.

Creating a space that is warm, welcoming, functional, and up to date speaks volumes to your team and your clients and can increase morale and increase productivity. A pleasing, well-organized space promotes confidence and pride in your organization.

As we transition back to spending more time at an office instead of our homes, we are reminded that design aesthetics can affect how your team works. Why does office design matter?

1. Your team spends a lot of time at the office.

According to a study done by Ohio State University and the National Institute of Mental Health, our workspace affects our health, emotions, and productivity. Creating an updated space displays the importance you place on your team’s work experience. It can also convey your company values like teamwork (gathering space), work/life balance (areas away from desk), innovation (technology), and overall physical and mental health (natural light, paint colors).

2. Clients Expectations

People tend to judge a book by its cover and have expectations when it comes to doing business with a company. Making sure your office space is updated, welcoming, and clean speaks volumes about your company. Your design choices can also communicate that your company is collaborative and has a team atmosphere, creating a welcoming environment for your clients.

We recently had the pleasure of working with the local law firm Chanfrau and Chanfrau and their interior designer, Melissa Kearney with M Kearney Designs, to assist in a full remodel of their offices. The results of this collaboration are impressive. We asked what inspired the updated design. Kearney commented “The building itself was the inspiration. It is a historic Spanish style building with wonderful architecture.”

We also asked Kearney what is the major difference between designing a commercial property and a residential property. Kearney stated “When designing for a commercial space, I take into consideration the wide range of people using the building, versus a homeowner’s individual needs.”

With the exception of your parking area and exterior of your building, your reception area is your organization’s first impression. Your reception area sets the tone for the rest of the office space. Utilizing custom countertop materials in your reception area allows you to create a statement when your clients walk in the door. Custom countertop materials bring a rich unique look to the area that has more of a design feel than just a desk.

We love the brightness of this space and the warmth accomplished by the variety of texture and color. When we asked designer Melissa why she decided on utilizing Cambria countertops throughout the office, she commented “They have a fantastic pattern and color range and superior quality.”

The reception desk design elements include a combination of Cambria quartz, color Helmsley and waterfall edge in Cambria’s Fairbourne. The contrast between the darker and lighter quartz countertops create a beautiful statement in the entrance, especially with the stone back wall and soft-colored tile floor. The lighter color walls also add to the feel of the room.

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This warmth is carried through the office, including the kitchen area and conference rooms.

Front Conference Room

We really love the clean look of this conference room. The contrast of the light walls and floor with the dark wood accents on the window trim and the dark chair accent is a nice balance. The designer’s use of the Cambria quartz, a custom countertop material in Clovelly for the conference room table creates a unique modern feel with a beautiful focal point.

Downstairs Conference Room

The larger of the two conference rooms is almost a contrast to the front conference room: the lighter wood trim and the darker Luxury Series Cambria quartz, a custom countertop material in Golden Dragon (discountinued product, similar products available) on both the table and built-in cabinetry. The same style chair is used in this space, keeping consistency throughout the office.

Kitchen & Coffee Bar Area

The kitchen is where your team will come together daily and is an important space. The designer has carried the same feel to this space as the rest of the remodel. Brightening the space up with natural light, neutral flooring and walls. The downstairs kitchen is designed with Cambria’s custom countertop material in Helmsley, mirroring the reception desk area.

We want to thank the team at Chanfrau and Chanfrau and Melissa Kearney of M Kearney Designs for allowing us to be a part of this project. Whether we are assisting our clients with their home or business design projects, we feel privileged to be a contributor.

Whether you are building from the ground up or remodeling your office, we would love to partner with you on your design project. Stop by our showroom at 5950 S US Highway 1, Bunnell, FL 32110 to begin collaborating with our team on your office remodel or construction project.

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Continental Granite & Cabinets offers our clients a wide variety of custom fabrication needs, such as countertops, fireplaces, stairs, wall cladding, flooring, bars, furniture pieces, custom trim and much more. We also offer a wide range of products to make such creations such as Granite, Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Silestone, Cambria, Caesarstone, Corian Quartz, etc. Continental Granite & Cabinets is proud to be a family-owned and operated business and treats its customers as if they were one of their own. We’re located in Bunnell, Florida, just 6 miles Northwest of Destination-Daytona in Ormond Beach, Florida, serving all of Central Florida and beyond. We believe our relationship with our customers lasts much longer than the current project we are working with them. To learn more, call us today at 386.586.7059 or fill out our contact form here.

March 30 2022

Kitchen Spotlight: The Golden Brittanicca

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Design trends can change year to year, but some things never go out of style. For instance, a white kitchen is always a classic look that has the opportunity to make a grand statement. Whether designing from scratch or remodeling your kitchen, an all-white look with a pop of color or metal tone accents is sure to make a statement.

The kitchen is the most utilized area in a home and deserves the most significant degree of function and beauty. If you want to design your kitchen with an elegant modern feel, utilizing high gloss white cabinets, Cambria’s Brittanicca Gold countertop, backsplash, and gold accents are perfect.

Keeping true to the existing look of the home while creating a functional and beautiful kitchen can sometimes seem like a daunting task. At Continental Granite & Cabinets, we work closely with the homeowner from the beginning to the end, guiding and designing the area to reflect their desires and needs.

This contemporary high gloss white kitchen includes several elements with shiny surfaces like the cabinets, white appliances, a stunning Cambria countertop in Brittanicca Gold, and gold accents throughout.

The sleekness of the flat panel door (sometimes called “slab doors”) has been popular in Europe for decades and has become mainstream in the United States. They can be budget-friendly while providing a rich look, especially high gloss. These cabinets offer smooth, clean lines that showcase the high gloss finish.

The gold accents in the hardware, furniture, and lighting provide a high-end design look and beauty to the space. The mix of pulls and knobs creates a different look and functionality. The modern fixtures and hardware of the current day are stunning and offer a subtle design choice with any white kitchen. The gold lighting is an excellent way to tie everything together, creating an Architectural Digest-worthy look.

A combination of white and stainless steel appliances creates a consistent color pallet in the space. It also creates a seamless look from one end of the room to the other, allowing the appliances to feel like a piece of the design puzzle. The commercial-style range with six natural gas burners is aesthetically pleasing and perfect for the chef in the family.

Last but certainly not least, the stunning Cambria Brittanicca Gold countertops and backsplash. This extraordinary element that offers a multi-hued stream of copper-gold, fog, and other earth tones against a white background takes your breath away—the marble-like veining offering a unique design aspect to the space while providing functionality and durability.

FUNCTIONALITY OF DESIGN

The color, style, products, and textures are essential when designing your perfect kitchen, but one must also look at the functionality of the space. This kitchen has a wide range of cabinets, drawers, and counter space. The island allowing for interaction between those cooking in the kitchen and those sitting around the island is perfect for most families. The kitchen is generally the gathering place in any home, and this layout lends itself to togetherness. The island also creates a show-stopping focal point in the room. The upper and lower cabinets provide ample space for tableware, drinkware, pots & pans, pantry items. At the same time, the drawers throughout the area offer great space to store cutlery, placemats, spices, and more. Upgrades such as soft-close doors, drawers, and pull out shelves make the space beautiful and efficient.

BENEFITS OF A BRIGHT WHITE KITCHEN

Long-term value of your kitchen look. Many appreciate this clean and elegant look of a white kitchen.
Creates a very clean look and allows natural light to bounce off.
Utilizing white as your color base for your kitchen is very versatile. Works with any style from traditional to modern chic.
Naturally makes the space feel open and more significant.
Establishes character by utilizing varying textures while keeping the color consistent.

BENEFITS OF USING CAMBRIA QUARTZ – MARBLE ALTERNATIVE COUNTERTOP

Uniqueness of the countertop, no two are alike
Durability
Stain-resistant
Sustainable
Not Porous, easier to keep bacteria-free
Easy to clean

HOW TO CLEAN A CAMBRIA COUNTERTOP

Avoid harsh cleaning tools and products
Use warm non-colored soap and water
Get your magic eraser out
Run your exhaust fan when you cook
Wipe up liquids and spills as soon as possible
Use vinegar to remove stains

Continental Granite & Cabinets is here to help curate the kitchen of your dreams! Contact us today to get started, and visit us on Facebook and Instagram for more inspiration!

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February 9 2022

Quartz vs. Granite: The Solid Difference

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When choosing a product for your countertops in your home and office, there are several options. The two that stand out above the rest are quartz and granite. Choosing either one would be considered a popular choice, but although both are technically stone, there are some key differences between the two.

What is Quartz?

Quartz is the second most abundant mineral on the planet and has been used to design kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas for decades. Quartz is mined and ground into an aggregate fused with resin and other synthetic materials. It is generally made up of ninety percent quartz and ten percent resin. Quartz is considered an engineered stone.

What is Granite?

Granite is a naturally occurring rock formed deep beneath the earth’s crust over millions of years when magma or lava cools and solidifies under heavy pressure. The slow cooling process of intense heat makes a strong and dense material. Granite contains several minerals, of which quartz, feldspar, and mica are the three main components.

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Appearance

No two granite countertops look the same, and this choice has a very organic appearance. Each slab has a slightly different pattern and color, providing the consumer with a limitless selection. Granite is a solid choice if you are looking for something that will stand out and offer a unique element to your kitchen or bathroom. Depending on the size of the area you are placing your granite, you may require slabs to seam together. Due to the variations found in granite, seams may be less visible than other surface options.

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On the other hand, quartz countertops have a more uniform appearance. It has the look of stone but allows consumers to customize their product. Some feel that the uniform appearance lacks the charm of granite, but this option can meet those who would prefer not to see the natural flaws that exist with granite. Quartz countertops also offer a wide range of color options produced with little to no pattern. If your counter area requires a long span, you may need to seam together multiple pieces of quartz. Continental uses a unique Invisa-Seam process. With this process, we are able to minimize unsightly separations in the countertops, giving them a more seamless look.

Durability

Granite countertops are incredibly durable and resistant to heat and other kitchen elements. However, granite is very porous and can absorb stains from oils, wine, and other common kitchen liquids. The porous nature of granite requires sealing the countertop upon installation then periodically sealing on an ongoing basis. You can cut directly on granite without worrying about scratching the surface, but be aware that the stone will dull knives; therefore, always using a cutting board is suggested.

Quartz is harder than granite and also very durable. Quartz is not porous like granite, so not as easily stained and relatively bacteria-free. You will want to be cautious as excessive heat can damage the surface. Be sure to use trivets or hot pads when placing hot items on your countertops. Quartz does not require sealing, thanks to the resins used in the fabrication process.

Maintenance

Both materials are relatively simple to care for. Granite and quartz countertops should be cleaned daily with soap and water or a mild ecological cleaning product. Granite will need to be sealed yearly to resist stains and bacteria. Quartz does not need to be sealed but can sometimes be treated with an antibacterial coating during production.

Sustainability

Both granite and quartz are made of primarily natural materials, granite 100 percent stone, and quartz is roughly around 93 percent stone, with the remainder comprised of color pigments and polymer resin. The production process of natural granite produces fewer carbon emissions than quartz; however, granite requires the product to be quarried, which takes a considerable amount of energy. You must also consider the transportation involved in purchasing a granite slab from an international supplier. You can also look for indigenous stone or consider using a piece of granite that can be cut to fit your needs.

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Cost

Granite and quartz are an investment and can sometimes make up a more significant portion of your budget when designing a kitchen or bathroom. Depending on where you are looking to purchase your granite or quartz, you will find that generally, they are priced similarly. Granite, however, tends to have a broader variation in price. Installation of granite countertop pricing can range from $49 to $175 per square foot. Pricing can depend on the style, edging, and treatments. Quartz countertops range from $65 to $150 per square foot, installed. Once again, pricing varies depending on style, edging, and treatment as well.

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Whether you choose granite or quartz for your countertops, you will undoubtedly create a wow factor in your home or office. Granite and quartz are premium materials that will add value to your home or business.

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Give us a call at 386.586.7059, fill out our contact form, or stop by the showroom at 5950 S. US HWY 1, Bunnell, FL 32110 to start the process of bringing your dream space to life. Also, be sure to check us out on social media for more inspiration! We’re on Facebook and Instagram!

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January 5 2022

6 Things to Avoid on Your Granite Countertops

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Granite countertops are a top choice when designing kitchens and bathrooms. Not only do they offer a stunning one-of-a-kind design component to your space, but granite countertops are also strong, resistant to stains, and somewhat easy to care for. However, there are some essential things to consider.

6 Things to Avoid on Your Granite Countertops

To keep your granite looking beautiful and extend its life, you should take the time to learn how to care for it, including cleaning protocols, hazards, and precautions. Following recommended guidelines, you can be confident that your countertops will remain beautiful for many years to come.

What is Granite?

Granite is a type of stone formed with percentages of quartz, feldspar, and other materials. Granite is tough, stain-resistant, heat resistant, comes in multiple colors, can be designed seamless and, is relatively easy to clean. Nonetheless, with all their beauty and durability, granite countertops are not indestructible and do have a few vulnerabilities that you want to be aware of.

Using knives on granite countertops is more of an issue for the knife than the countertop. Granite is strong and can withstand most everyday wear and tear. While a knife can cause some minor scratches or chips on your countertop, the repeated force against the granite will cause your knives to dull, resulting in the need to be sharpened more often or replaced sooner when you use your countertop as a cutting board. Designing your perfect kitchen has taken time and money; protect your investment in both your counter surface and kitchen knives by using a cutting board.

While working with raw meat or seafood on your countertop won’t damage it, it can cause more serious issues. Preparing raw meat or seafood on your countertop can transfer a bacterial infection to your countertop, causing health issues for you and your family. While a properly sealed granite should keep bacteria from making its way in the tiny spaces within your countertop, are you willing to take that chance? Furthermore, you may be more apt to use harsher chemicals to clean the area you worked with the raw meat and seafood, which could cause damage or dullness to your counter’s sealant. Our suggestion would be to use a raw meat plastic nonporous cutting board that can be thrown in the dishwasher.

Although granite tends to be less reactive to acids, similar to those found in citrus fruits, vinegar, and sodas, these substances can etch the surface of your countertop, damaging the sealant. Damaging the seal can make your countertop more susceptible to staining. Household items such as vinegar, lemons, limes, soda, perfume, lotions, nail polish, and soaps are ones to watch out for, as they can cause some damage. You want to also refrain from using any soaps that contain ammonia. Again, we recommend using a cutting board or coaster on your kitchen granite countertop and baskets, and trays for your bathroom countertop.

The kitchen tends to be a gathering place in most homes. Late-night conversations, family gatherings, entertaining, and homework tend to occur in one of the most used areas of the home. Your granite countertop is formidable and can take much weight, but only when that weight is concentrated in the middle of the countertop. Sitting or standing on the edge of the countertop can cause stress fractures and breaks, leading to you having to replace the entire countertop. Replacing a countertop can be cost-prohibitive for some.

Spills are unavoidable, especially in the kitchen. The spills are not an issue for your granite. It is what you do after a spill occurs that affects your countertop. Leaving a spill can etch your countertop, damage your sealant, and cause a stain. You may also find yourself placing containers like perfumes and hair products on your bathroom countertop. Leaks or drip residue can end up reaching the countertop before you realize it. Be sure to use warm soapy water or cleaners formulated for granite countertops (non-abrasive) whenever you spill or notice a spill—leaving your countertop looking beautiful.

Although granite can tolerate high heat, it is not recommended that you place hot pots and pans directly on your granite countertop. Granite is a natural product and can withstand a brief encounter with a hot surface; however, excessive exposure to heat can weaken the sealant. To prevent heat damage, always have a trivet, heat pad, or potholder when cooking in the kitchen or placing a hot hair tool directly on your countertop.

Granite is a beautiful choice for any area of your home. Using the proper care techniques will undoubtedly extend the life of your countertop. Making sure it remains a key element in the design of your home.

Continental Granite offers the highest quality granite, so your countertops will stand the test of time. In addition, we offer the products to keep them clean and looking their best.

Give us a call at 386.586.7059, fill out our contact form, or stop by the showroom at 5950 S. US HWY 1, Bunnell, FL 32110 to start the process of bringing your granite dreams to life. Also, be sure to check us out on social media for more inspiration! We’re on Facebook and Instagram!

August 6 2021

Take A Tour: Ormond Beach Custom Countertops Throughout The Home

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Kitchen Countertops

This masterpiece of a kitchen was formulated with one thing in mind: FAMILY!

The open concept creates a fluid living space between the kitchen and dining/living room. Our clients chose Cambria’s Ironsbridge Quartz Countertops, combining true strength and delicate beauty. This intriguing design blends liquid honey accents with patchworks of grays, whites, and cream to beautifully merge warm and cool tones in delightful harmony. The black accents throughout the kitchen really help this beautiful stone stand out!

Take A Tour: Ormond Beach Custom Countertops Throughout The Home

Featuring: Ironsbridge Luxury Series Cambria 3cm Quartz Countertops

Bathroom Countertops

Whether you’re looking to make a statement with your bathroom design or keep it simple and elegant, we have a selection of countertops and stone to achieve both. And in this home – that’s exactly what we did!

Talk about bold! With a mix of black textured walls along with Cambria’s Golden Dragon Quartz Countertops, it’s a pairing that combines for a one-of-a-kind oasis.

Featuring: Golden Dragon Luxury Series Cambria Quartz Floating Vanity Top, Apron Front, 12″ Backsplash and Porcelain Vanity Sink

Can you ever go wrong with a pure white countertop and gold and black accents!? We kept it simple & elegant with completely different looks in all 3 of these bathroom remodels.

Featuring: Pure White Pompeii Granite Countertops with 4″ Backsplash Flat Polish Edge & Vanity Undermount Porcelain Sink

Office Countertops

Everyone needs a space they love to work in! Our client chose Pompeii Quartz Countertops in their home office to reflect a fresh, natural look and complement their modern lifestyle.

Featuring: Pompeii White Thanasos

Fireplace Stone

As the focal point in the living room, this fireplace needed a stone that would be resistant to heat as well as provide a beautiful aesthetic to the home. Quiet but never subdued, Fairbourne quartz provides a peaceful presence that calms and soothes.

Featuring: Cambria Fairbourne Matte Finish Quartz

Regardless of the size, shape, edge profile, or room in your home – Continental is equipped with the latest technology and a vast selection of quality stone products to meet your needs!

Interested in creating a showstopping design for your home? Give us a call or stop by our showroom.

Phone: 386-586-7059

Showroom: Open Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm 5950 S US HWY 1 Bunnell, Florida (Just 6 miles west of Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach, FL)

April 14 2021

The Continental Difference

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Continental is a family-owned and operated custom fabrication shop providing top-quality natural stone and quartz products to Daytona Beach and surrounding Central Florida communities. When choosing your custom cabinet or countertop company, we believe you deserve the best! The Continental Difference is what we are proud to provide our clients and honored to have stood behind for the last 20 years.

Our team of highly trained and experienced professionals have a combined 80+ years of experience in both residential and high-end commercial projects.

Selection

Our showrooms have a vast selection of stone and quartz, cabinets, sinks, tile, and more from which to plan your dream kitchen or bath. From choosing colors to picking edge profiles and making your final slab selection, our team is here to assist you in all aspects of the design. We’ll take extra steps to make sure you are educated throughout the entire process – from start to finish.

Quality

We use the latest technology available exercising care & precision throughout the entire operation. From our laser templating and slab smith digital layouts to our automated fabrication equipment, you can trust that your stone will be prepared, cut, polished, and installed with precision and excellence. All of our seams are perfected using our Invisaseam process which produces an almost seamless look when joining stone together.

Experience

At Continental, customer service is our highest priority. The experience we provide our clients is second to none. You can trust that the men and women in your home are not only knowledgeable and experienced but trustworthy. We treat our customers as if they were a part of our family. We believe the relationship we form with our clients lasts much longer than the current project we are working with them on. We pride ourselves on our reputation for quality work and an unforgettable experience from start to finish.

End Product

We’ll let the final product and our clients speak for themselves…

February 16 2021

The Best Kitchen Countertops for Your Lifestyle

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Searching for the perfect kitchen countertop doesn’t have to be difficult. If you’re in the market for a new kitchen countertop, you know that the choices can be overwhelming: There are hundreds of colors, patterns, and textures to choose from. And materials that range from natural stone to quartz to granite and more. Which one is right for you and your family, your style, and your budget? We’re here to help!

The Best Kitchen Countertops for Your Lifestyle

First things first: Let’s take your lifestyle into consideration.

Ask yourself the following questions:

Do you want to seal your countertops once a year?
Are you worried about spilled red wine, cutting lemons, or burning the surface?
Are you active entertainers?
Do you have a house full of family members?
How often do you clean your countertops?
What are you using your countertops for?

Regardless of your lifestyle, Continental has the right stone for you!

Worried about spills, staining, or upkeep? You may want to consider a material that incorporates man-made elements that support a busy lifestyle and are low maintenance, like quartz. Be honest with yourself and realistic about what kind of upkeep—daily, seasonally, and yearly—that you and your family are willing to do.

It’s not all about function though. You should also think about aesthetics. Countertops often set the tone for the design of the kitchen, so choose a material that reflects your personal style and start building from there!

The good news is if homeowners have their hearts set on a certain look, but the material just doesn’t match with their lifestyle, odds are there’s another material that does.

Whether you choose a natural stone countertop, like marble, granite, dolomite, or soapstone, or the very popular engineered countertops like quartz and quartzite, our guide to Choosing The Right Material for your countertops will help!

November 10 2020

Outdoor Kitchen Countertops

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Creating an outdoor living space has become even more important this year for families across the country to be able to enjoy time in their backyard with friends and family. And while the market is filled with great selections of countertops, some materials are better than others for outdoor use. That being said, here are some of the best countertops for outdoor kitchens today.

Granite

Granite is by far the most popular choice of materials for your outdoor countertops. It’s not only the strongest and most durable stone to hold up to the harsh conditions on the Florida coast but also reasonably priced and a long lasting investment. (Win Win!)

Hot and sunny day? No problem! Granite can withstand the heat from the sun and hot pans without any issues. Granite is also resistant against stains, mold, and mildew so even the messiest gatherings or rainiest days won’t pose a threat. This natural stone is very easy to maintain and with a huge variety of colors and finishes to choose from.

Overall, granite sets the bar high for materials to use in an outdoor kitchen countertop.

Quartzite

Quartzite is another great option for your outdoor kitchen countertops. Quartzite is heat resistant, doesn’t scratch or etch like some surfaces can, and being a natural product each slab offers exquisite one-of-a-kind looks to give your countertop a personal signature. With an impressive array of colors available, you’ll be able to not only choose a unique design for your outdoor areas but rely on this stone not to fade in the harsh sunlight.

Leathered Granite

Leathered granite is a finish that has grown in popularity over the past several years. It can be a striking addition to your home and a perfect option for your outdoor countertops. Leathered granite is more stain-resistant than honed granite and disguises smudges and water spots better than polished granite. It has a naturally unique and rustic appearance but can be difficult to keep clean and can scratch easily.

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Porcelain and Dekton tops are also beautiful choices for your outdoor countertops. Both can provide strength, style and practicality to your outdoor kitchen – being resistant to stains, bumps, utensils and high temperatures. Whether you choose granite or quartzite, porcelain or dekton, or something completely different – we look forward to showing you our vast selection of stone, tile, backsplashes, sinks, outdoor weatherproof cabinets and much more.

GIVE US A CALL OR STOP BY OUR SHOWROOM TO LOOK AT SAMPLES OF GRANITE, QUARTZITE OR TILE FOR YOUR OUTDOOR COUNTERTOPS!

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October 9 2020

A Guide To Choosing Countertops

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Are natural stone countertops, like marble, granite, dolomite, and soapstone, the right choice for your kitchen? Or should you choose the very popular engineered countertops like quartz and quartzite?

With so many options available, it’s no wonder choosing a countertop material can be a daunting decision. No worries… we’re here to help!

The Best Place to Start.

How your countertops look in your kitchen will probably the first thing you think of when trying to choose the best countertops for your family. But, the most critical part of your countertop decision should come from an assessment of how you and your family use your kitchen.

Granite Countertops

Granite, the top choice in countertops, is available in a variety of shades such as blacks, whites, greens, corals and beiges, and no two pieces are exactly the same. Granite is available in three finishes. Most granite counters are polished to a glossy sheen, but you can also ask for a honed finish, which is much less shiny and more of a matte sheen. And leathered granite has a slightly textured surface that lends a rustic, casual look to a kitchen.

Marble Countertops

Marble is a high-end natural stone that comes in fewer color patterns than granite. Marble is also relatively soft and porous, so it’s not as stain resistant as granite. However, marble is regarded as a near-perfect work surface for activities like baking or making fresh pasta. Be careful when cutting, though, or marble may show knife scars.

Quartz Countertops

Engineered stone countertops like Quartz comes in a wider variety of colors than natural stone countertops, are more durable. Like other hard surface countertop materials, quartz is non-porous so it resists staining much better than granite or marble. For cleanliness, a non-porous surface means that it will not harbor bacteria or viruses.

Visit a Showroom

Regardless of your decision, the best choice is to see all of your options in person. Schedule a FREE CONSULTATION with our experts today. We’d love to show you around our showroom and discuss your options with you. We’ll see you soon!