Granite Countertop Showcase 2002

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Article about ADP Featured in Central Florida Builder Magazine

We were cleaning out some old boxes this week and came across this old magazine that ADP was featured in back in 2002. It is incredible how so little has changed about our philosophies on how we treat our customers and builders. One big change we have made since 2002 is widening the variety of stones we sell to include more solid surface / corian countertops and quartz countertops.

 

A Different Perspective

By Nancy Click

A reputation is earned in any industry over time. A Different Perspective has spent the last 10 years helping builders, designers and homeowners carve their dreams in stone. It is the style in which these projects have been handled that has built a reputation as solid as the stone they cut.

The kitchen represents the largest expense in any home. This is the place where friends visit and families are fed. The countertops become the showpiece of the kitchen and the artistic expression of the owners. For these reasons, have it done right.
Specializing in countertop fabrication and installation, A Different Perspective (ADP) has developed a system to make this process easy for its clients. They have a knowledgeable team that has a real interest in helping plan, organize and make dream kitchens a reality.

ADP is built on this premise: take care of your employees and clients; everything else will take care of itself. More than half of new sales are referrals from previous customers. This is because the team at ADP strives to make their clients look their best and give them what they want.

Granite countertop specialists and owners of A Different Perspective, Chris Peck and Kevin Fulp have a philosophy that success is defined by honoring what you do.

“We are here to help our clients and enjoy the process,” says Peck. “Our customers have the opportunity to select material from all over the world. One day we are working with a stone from Brazil, the next day with one that’s cut out of India and another day a stone from Norway. This is the magic in what we do to make our beautiful countertops.

Central Florida Builder / Architect – February 2002

 

 

Front Page of Central Florida Builder Magazine in 2002.
Front Page of Central Florida Builder Magazine in 2002.

Other ADP Surfaces Custom Countertop Fabrication and Installation Projects

 Orlando Granite Kitchen Countertop with IslandADP Surfaces and RX Builders 2014 Project

 

Selecting Kitchen Countertops

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Selecting Kitchen Countertops: Orlando kitchen worktops need to be Functional, Tough and Beautiful enough to compliment the home.

Selecting Kitchen Countertops
Selecting Kitchen Countertops

In a working home, we expect a lot of our kitchens; our kitchens store the food that we eat, provide a working space for preparing meals and bring guests together for entertainment. We count on our kitchen countertops to hold up to wear and tear, withstand hot and cold items, and look amazing. When sitting down and selecting kitchen countertops, the goal is to find the best balance for your kitchen based off of your individual needs.

Kitchen Countertops that are Functional

  1. Quartz Countertop Material – Quartz provides the most functional countertop material as it is the most resistant to scratching and chipping. Quartz countertops are the most resistant to spills and stains due to its non-porous structure, and it does not need to be resealed every few years.
  2. Granite Countertop Material – Granite countertops have a very hardwearing durable surface that provides for a functional countertop surface. Granite countertops maintain their functionality  with proper care and maintenance. (Visit our post “How to Care for Granite Countertops“)
  3. Solid Surface Countertop Material – Solid surface material is highly durable but can be scratched.  Since solid surface materials are non-porous, they hold up very well to spills and stains compared to other materials. Solid surface material should not be cut on directly.
  4. Marble Countertop Material – Marble is a very dense, but soft material. The temperature of marble stays slightly cooler than the other materials listed, which makes it a great surface for food preparation with proper maintenance and care. (Visit our post on “How to Care for Marble Countertops“)

Kitchen Countertops that are Tough

  1. Granite Countertop Material- Granite countertops can withstand temperatures of up to 200°C (392°F), making them the best stone countertop material for placing hot pots and pans directly on.  Granite countertops can be cut directly on without scratching the surface.
  2. Solid Surface Countertop Material- Solid Surface countertops (specifically Corian brand)  can withstand 180°C (352°F) making them safe to place some hot pots and pans directly on. Solid surface material should not be cut on directly as the material will likely scratch.
  3. Quartz Countertop Material- Quartz materials can withstand temperatures of 160°C (320°F) making it okay to place some warm pots and pans directly on the surface without cracking. Quartz countertops are tough enough so that can be cut directly on without scratching the surface.
  4. Marble Countertop Material – We were not able to find an exact temperature at which marble will crack, but due to the soft composition of the material it is likely that hot materials.

Kitchen Countertops that are Beautiful

  1. Quartz Countertop Material – Quartz countertops come in a wide variety of colors, textures, and functionality. Since they are man-made, they can be replicated to match granite and marble stones, and even Concrete Countertops.
  2. Granite Countertop Material – Granite is a natural stone that comes in a wide variety of random colors and textures. Granite is supplied from around the world, granite materials from different regions can create different patterns, refraction and colors.
  3. Solid Surface Countertop Material – Solid surfaces material is a synthetic material made of acrylic that can be used to replicate quartz, granite, marble and more; however it usually does not have the same feel or finish as a natural or quartz countertop.
  4. Marble Countertop Material – Marble countertop material comes in very little selection of color, however the material is visually stunning and has a wide variety of natural patterns.

 

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