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Have You Heard of Granite Transformations? Edmonton's Easiest Counter Top Replacement!

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Home Stager with Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369

Have You Heard of Granite Transformations? Edmonton's Easiest Counter Top Replacement!

This week I had two consultations in older homes that needed some updating. Both had tired, old counter tops, but were hesitant to go to the expense of new granite counter tops.

Not to worry, I said, you can call Granite Transformations, here in Edmonton. They make a granite counter top that fits over top your existing counter top, like a slip cover, without any days down in renovation! Not to mention the dust etc!

They both are calling for an in home consultation where their existing counters get measured and then they get to pick the colour of the new counter top.
Granite Transformations




These new counter tops are not solid granite but ground up granite with a polymer added to reform it in the new shape. It is more stain, water and heat resistant than a normal slab of granite.

I'm so excited to be able to find this great new product for my clients.

Jon Zolsky, Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona Condo Realty, 386-405-4408 - Daytona Beach, FL
Buy Daytona condos for heavenly good prices

Peg - very interesting. I think I saw one at the Home Show, but I did not think about it. This could be an excellent solution for remodelers.

Thanks

Apr 06, 2012 01:18 AM
Edward & Celia Maddox
The Celtic Connection Realty - Queen Creek, AZ
EXPERIENCE & INTEGRITY - WE TAKE THE HIGH ROAD

Interesting.  Sounds like a good alternative to slab granite to save costs.

Apr 06, 2012 01:20 AM
Peg Barcelo
Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369 - Summerland, BC
The FlufftasticStager from Summerland, BC

Jon, We had a rep at our home show as well. If you go to the website there is a lot of info on how it's made, very cool!

E&C, I agree! I will be asking my clients next time I see them how the consult went for them and we'll see what they decide. We all know buyers will take one look at their old Counters and think price reduction! Whereas a new granite counter might just be the tipping factor on an offer!

Apr 06, 2012 02:08 AM
Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

BU-FU who knew?  More details.............sounds fabulous.  Wonder if it's available in the states.  Inquiring minds want to know.

Apr 06, 2012 02:22 AM
Peg Barcelo
Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369 - Summerland, BC
The FlufftasticStager from Summerland, BC

BU-FU, I think the head office is in the States, so you can look it up on the web for one near you! Maybe you should franchise it if there's nothing close...

Apr 06, 2012 07:15 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Darn!  I checked it out online and there isn't one near me.  Nearest one is NY.  Sounds like a great product!

Apr 06, 2012 07:24 AM
Peg Barcelo
Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369 - Summerland, BC
The FlufftasticStager from Summerland, BC

Sharon, maybe you could franchise in your area! They must have some way of shipping it... I know there are other companies that make counter tops out of recycled glass etc, but that is a replacement, not a cover...

Apr 06, 2012 11:42 AM
Maureen Bray Portland OR Home Stager ~ Room Solutions Staging
Room Solutions Staging, Portland OR - Portland, OR
"Staging Consultations that Sell Portland Homes"

Peg -- I wrote a blog about remodeling a bathroom using Granite Transformations a couple of years ago.  Many of my homeowner clients have used this company for kitchens and baths with success -- the product is mostly granite, by the way, with the addition of a small % of man-made materials.  The huge benefit is that there is no tear out of the old countertops -- whether they were tile or laminate or any other material.  The install usually takes just a few hours, and they clean up their very small amount of dust very quickly with no demolition!  I'm a big fan of their cost-effective product, especially when you're going to be selling the home but don't want to invest in slab granite.  I had them do my own master bathroom counters and spa tub surround, too.

Apr 06, 2012 12:04 PM
Mimi Foster
Falcon Property Company - Colorado Springs, CO
Voted Colorado Springs Best Realtor

I have never heard of such a thing.  I will check it out and find out its availability here.  Good to see you.  Hope you're doing well.

Apr 06, 2012 03:47 PM
Peg Barcelo
Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369 - Summerland, BC
The FlufftasticStager from Summerland, BC

Maureen, such great info! You should show us some pix of your bathroom!

Mimigirl, I'm fine thanx for asking! Hope you're great too, as always! Check it out, maybe there's one near you!

Apr 06, 2012 04:01 PM
Maureen Bray Portland OR Home Stager ~ Room Solutions Staging
Room Solutions Staging, Portland OR - Portland, OR
"Staging Consultations that Sell Portland Homes"

Peg -- since you asked, here's a few photos .... Granite Transformations Portland ORhome staging portland ORhome stagers portland 97219

Apr 06, 2012 05:40 PM
Peg Barcelo
Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369 - Summerland, BC
The FlufftasticStager from Summerland, BC

Wow, Maureen, lovely! That tub surround must look impressive when you walk in!

Apr 06, 2012 11:43 PM
Janice Ankrett
Burlington, ON
Staging Professional

Peg, we've had them near me for a while now. A friend of mine had her kitchen counters done about 7yrs ago and has had no problems. I'm considering doing my kitchen counters soon.

Apr 07, 2012 11:50 AM
Peg Barcelo
Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369 - Summerland, BC
The FlufftasticStager from Summerland, BC

Janice, sounds like you're in luck, a few here have said they don't have one nearby! Make sure you send before and afters!

Apr 07, 2012 01:39 PM
Jim Frimmer
HomeSmart Realty West - San Diego, CA
Realtor & CDPE, Mission Valley specialist

Interesting. I'll have to remember that since a lot of people buying condos in Mission Valley want granite.

Apr 25, 2012 10:15 AM
Peg Barcelo
Fluff My House! Home Staging Inc. 250.486.6369 - Summerland, BC
The FlufftasticStager from Summerland, BC

Jim (& Caliche), It's an easier, eco friendly way to change it up. I sent them my blog post and they offered me a guest blogging spot with them! How cool is that!?!

Apr 25, 2012 01:44 PM