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A variety of beautiful, durable materials to choose for your kitchen, bathrooms and full home.

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Countertop Options for Your Kitchen Remodel or Build

Choosing the right kitchen countertop is a critical decision you’ll make during a remodel. At Agile Cabinetry, we help homeowners find countertops that not only match their style but also meet their budget, durability needs, and maintenance preferences. We schedule tours of local slab yards to find the perfect choice for your design. Then, we handle all of the details with our fabricator and installer.
FEATURES & PRICING GUIDE

COMPARE COUNTERTOP MATERIALS

Whether you’re dreaming of a quartz kitchen island, love the timeless charm of natural stone, or need something low-maintenance and family-friendly, we have you covered. Pricing can vary significantly with stone options, but the price ranges below are common in the Nashville area.

OUR PROCESS, SIMPLIFIED

A countertop process efficiently coordinated from selections to finishing touches

1

Explore Materials & Styles

We’ll start by reviewing countertop options that fit your cabinetry design, lifestyle, and budget — including quartz, quartzite, and other available surfaces.

2

Visit Stone Yard to Reserve the Slab

For natural stone or larger-slab selections, we’ll guide you through visiting a local stone yard to view full slabs in person to see any variation beyond a small sample.

3

Fixtures & Sink Purchased

Fixtures and sinks should be purchased and available to measure for templating and placement.

4

Edge Selections & Details Selected

Decisions such as countertop edge styles and specialty fixtures placement are documented and provided. 

5

Measurements & Templating

After cabinetry is installed, the countertop team takes precise field measurements to ensure an accurate fit.

6

Fabrication Begins

Your selected material is cut, shaped, and finished according to your layout, sink selection, edge profile, and design details.

7

Countertop Installation

The fabricated countertops are delivered and installed, including seams, sink cutouts, and final placement.

8

Finishing Touches

Once installed, we review the final details with you and coordinate any remaining touchups so your cabinetry and countertops feel complete, polished, and ready to enjoy.

FEATURED STONE OPTIONS

POPULAR COUNTERTOP STYLES

Explore premium surface options, including durable quartz and natural quartzite, designed to elevate both style and performance.

LEAD TIME: 1 WEEK

QUARTZITE

Quartzite countertops offer the rare combination of natural beauty and exceptional durability, making them a standout choice for high-end kitchens and bathrooms. Formed from sandstone and transformed through intense heat and pressure, quartzite is a true natural stone with unique veining and movement—often resembling marble but with significantly greater strength.

LEAD TIME: 1 WEEK

QUARTZ

Quartz countertops offer a refined balance of beauty, durability, and consistency—making them one of the most popular choices for today’s kitchens and bathrooms. Engineered from natural quartz crystals combined with resins and pigments, quartz surfaces deliver the look of natural stone with enhanced performance.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Your Countertop Questions Answered

How does countertop pricing work?

Countertops are typically purchased through the fabricator rather than directly from the stone yard. Pricing often includes both material and fabrication costs together, so final pricing is discussed and confirmed with your fabricator based on the selected material, edge details, cutouts, and installation requirements.

Do I need to visit a stone yard in person?
We highly recommend it for natural stone selections like quartzite or marble. Full slabs often vary significantly from small samples in color, movement, and veining.
What’s the difference between quartz and quartzite?
Quartz is a manufactured surface with consistent color and low maintenance, while quartzite is a natural stone known for unique movement and natural variation.
When are final countertop measurements taken?
Final measurements are completed after cabinetry installation to ensure the most accurate fit possible.
Can I choose my sink and edge profile?

Yes. Sink selections, edge profiles, backsplash details, and overhangs are all finalized during the countertop templating and fabrication process.

How long does the countertop process take?

After final measurements are completed, fabrication and installation timelines typically range from several days to a few weeks depending on the material and fabricator schedule.

Will seams be visible?

Most countertop installations require seams depending on slab size and layout. Fabricators work carefully to place seams in the least noticeable locations possible and use expert installation methods to minimize visible seams and match patterns as closely as possible.

Do countertops need maintenance?

Maintenance depends on the material selected. Quartz is generally very low maintenance, while many natural stones benefit from periodic sealing and more intentional care.

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Talk to a Designer

Schedule a free consultation call to speak with a designer. Share a few details about your project and we’ll guide you through design options, timeline, and a realistic investment range.

 

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