Transporting Granite Countertops

Especially if you are transporting more than one countertop at a time these are a must.

Transporting granite countertops.

How i diy transported 9 feet worth of quartz countertop from the granite shop to my home using my nissan altima. An a frame pictured below supports the stone countertops by transporting them in a vertical position. When properly supported it is sturdy and resists cracking. Most granite shops provide installation services that include transportation.

With the right equipment and preparation transporting granite can be effortless. To transport prefabricated stone slabs most professionals will use something called an a frame. To transport granite slabs carry them on edge in an a frame rack the way glass is carried. To help alleviate impact you want to use padding on the granite making the hits a softer blow to the fragile rock in transit.

This can be made of metal or wood 2 x 4 boards. Bubble wrap may work. Cabinets provide equal support under the counter evenly spreading the weight. In case you are carrying the granite all by your self you ll need some extra man power.

Granite is a rigid natural stone. When loading onto an a frame the unpolished sides should always go against the frame. Protect the edges by covering them with wide painter s tape. If needed you can make a simple rack from 2x4s.

Handy homeowners can save money by installing the counters themselves. Like glass granite is transported vertically on its edge. Once granite countertopsare installed they are nearly indestructible but in transit granite is quite fragile. Without this support granite is susceptible to cracks.

It s important to always carry the countertops in a vertical position never horizontally flat to avoid cracking or breaking the stone. I saved 125 in delivery fees. Handy homeowners can save money by installing the counters themselves. Once granite countertops are installed they are nearly indestructible but in transit granite is quite fragile.

If you are able to transport your new granite counter yourself in a suv or similar vehicle you should just make certain to place the slab in a way that it is sitting vertically with support so that it does not move. With the right equipment and preparation transporting granite can be effortless.