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A wide shot of a kitchen with a large island and a living room in the background.

Written by The Granite Guy | December 29, 2025

Modern kitchen island featuring MSI Calacatta Alto quartz countertops with subtle grey veining and an undermount sink in a Southborough, MA home

Written by The Granite Guy | December 29, 2025

CNC machine fabricating custom countertops at the Granite Guy facility in Southborough, MA.

Updated December 2025 | Granite Guy Inc. | Southborough, MA

Luxury kitchen with Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, white inset cabinets, and coffered ceilings. Perfect kitchen countertops by Granite Guy Inc.

⚡ Quick Answer Quartzite is a natural metamorphic stone formed when sandstone is exposed to intense ...

Black soapstone countertops on a large kitchen island and perimeter counters paired with white shaker cabinets, black matte fixtures, a herringbone marble backsplash, and a professional gas range with black hood in a bright modern kitchen.

Black Soapstone: The Best Countertop You've Probably Overlooked When homeowners shop for dark counte...

A kitchen with dark soapstone countertops, light wooden cabinets, and large windows.

Last updated: December 2025 Soapstone in New England isn't a trend—it's heritage. Walk through the h...

Granite countertop with water test and sealer bottle during granite sealing process by Granite Guy Inc.

After three decades fabricating and installing granite countertops across Greater Boston and MetroWe...

Hand wiping a clean granite kitchen countertop with mild soap solution, showing simple daily care. Granite care tips by Granite Guy Inc.

Last updated: December 2025

White granite countertops in a modern kitchen with gray cabinets and stainless appliances. White granite by Granite Guy Inc.

After 30 years of fabricating and installing countertops in Greater Boston, I'll tell you a secret: ...

Bright, high-end New England luxury kitchen featuring honed white Carrara marble island and countertops, warm gray cabinetry, and dark hardwood floors. A woman stands by the island with a minimalist decor.

By The Granite Guy | 30 Years of Countertop Fabrication Across Massachusetts

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Side by side comparison of quartz vs quartzite countertops showing material differences

Quartz vs quartzite - it's probably the most common question we get from clients. The names sound so...

Modern Stone Fireplace Designs for a Stylish Home

A modern stone or marble fireplace surround doesn’t just frame the fire—it transforms the whole room...

If you have an existing bar in your home or you’re looking to add one, one of the first things you w...

4-inch backsplash made from leathered granite in a modern kitchen

Last updated: November 2025 4-inch backsplashes remain one of the smartest choices for modern kitche...

Creating a kitchen that grows with your family through the years is key. You don’t want to limit you...

Granite Guy Inc. showroom and stone fabrication facility in Southborough, MA, featuring branded vans and modern warehouse.

Granite Guy Inc. • Updated January 2025 Looking for a countertop fabricator near you? At Granite Guy...

Luxury kitchen featuring white marble countertops with bold grey veining, a large central island, dark lower cabinets with gold hardware, and a matching full-height stone backsplash.

Written by Granite Guy Inc. · December 30, 2025 · 6 minute read You see trends come and go in this i...

Custom Carrara marble dining table with pedestal base in bright dining room, featuring soft gray veining and elegant place settings

Written by Granite Guy Inc., Southborough, MA Published: January 1, 2026 Marble isn't just for count...

Thinking about updating your home? It’s very likely that the kitchen is at the top of your priority ...

Black Granite Countertops: A Smart, Stylish Choice for Your Home If you're planning a kitchen remode...

Thinking of upgrading your kitchen countertops? Outdoor kitchens can be used all season long, especi...

A close-up photograph of a textured black leathered granite countertop on a kitchen island. A modern brass faucet and a black undermount sink are installed in the island. Sunlight streams across the surface, highlighting the stone's texture. In the background are white kitchen cabinets, another brass faucet, and a window.

Updated: December 24, 2025 Introduction to Leathered Granite Countertops After more than 30 years in...

Side-by-side comparison showing the difference between Carrara marble’s soft gray veining (left) and Calacatta marble’s bold patterns (right).

Written by Granite Guy Inc., Southborough, Massachusetts Published: January 2, 2026 Both Calacatta a...

Aerial view of Granite Guy Inc showroom and fabrication facility in Southborough, Massachusetts, featuring company vans and stone fabrication shop.

Written by The Granite Guy | Southborough, Massachusetts | December 30, 2025

Granite quarry in the USA with heavy machinery extracting large stone blocks, showing stepped quarry walls and active excavation.

Thinking about granite or marble countertops? You might wonder where the stone actually comes from. ...

By The Granite Guy | Southborough, MA | Updated 2025 🎯 Quick Answer The main difference? Quartz use...

Causes and Prevention of Cracking in Quartz Countertops

Author: Granite Guy Inc.Date: December 30, 2024 📊 Quick Facts About Quartz Cracking Most Common Cau...

Granite Guy Inc. • Updated December 2025 • 4 minute read The short answer: No. Vinegar is acidic and...

"Granite countertop with honed finish on the left and polished finish on the right showing texture and reflectivity differences."

Honed vs Polished Granite: Which Finish Is Right for Your Kitchen? Granite Guy Inc. · 10 minute read...

For many, the kitchen is the heart of their home. Not only does it get a high amount of foot traffic...

Bright coastal New England kitchen with white cabinets and a marble waterfall island, featuring kitchen countertops by Granite Guy Inc.

A waterfall countertop transforms ordinary kitchens into stunning showpieces with its dramatic casca...

Outdoor countertops require materials that withstand Massachusetts weather while maintaining beauty ...

If you are thinking about adding a natural stone for your kitchen countertops, you may want to consi...

After more than 30 years in stone fabrication and installation throughout Greater Boston and MetroWe...

Written by The Granite Guy | Southborough, Massachusetts | December 28, 2025

Why 90% of today's homeowners choose two simple edge types—and what happened to all those fancy prof...

5 Reasons Soapstone is Great For Your Bathroom

Reasons Soapstone Counter is Great For Your Bathroom - Granite Guy Inc. Are you facing a remodel of ...

Granite vs quartz kitchen countertops side-by-side comparison showing natural stone and engineered quartz by Granite Guy Inc.

Granite Guy Inc. • Updated December 2025 • 8 minute read After 30 years fabricating countertops acro...

Concrete vs. Granite: Which Countertop Offers Better Value?

Granite Guy Inc. | Serving Homeowners Across Massachusetts and New England If you’re shopping for ne...

Granite Guy Natural Stone Countertop Backsplash

Introduction to Natural Stone Natural stone is a favored material for kitchen countertops and backsp...

Limestone vs marble kitchen countertops displayed in a modern showroom by Granite Guy Inc

Last Updated: December 16, 2025 When homeowners ask me about limestone vs marble, they usually expec...

Bright Massachusetts kitchen featuring a white quartz island with gray veining, illustrating the guide: Best Quartz Kitchen Countertops in Massachusetts Complete Buying Guide (Updated 2025).

Last updated: November 2025 Thinking about quartz kitchen countertops for your Massachusetts home? A...

ustom kitchen with affordable granite countertops designed by The Granite Guy Southborough

A Fabricator's Guide to Getting the Best Value on Granite, Quartz, Quartzite & Marble Written by The...

White quartz countertops with bowl of lemons, cleaning spray, white subway tile backsplash, and hanging pothos plant on wooden shelf

Learning how to clean quartz countertops is easier than you think. Whether you chose quartz over gra...

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✏️ Last Updated: December 2025 I've been fabricating and installing marble countertops in Greater Bo...

Luxury kitchen with white shaker cabinets, marble backsplash, and dark granite countertops, featuring a farmhouse sink and custom range hood. Granite Guy Inc.

Last updated: December 2025 For three decades, homeowners across Greater Boston and MetroWest have a...

Granite kitchen countertops with a large central island in a classic, bright kitchen design by Granite Guy Inc.

Mother Nature is amazing. You only need to take a look at granite in its natural state to believe th...

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