Pricing Guide
The standard way that prices are calculated for granite countertops is by square foot. The way to calculate how much square footage you have in your kitchen, for instance, is to multiply the width by the depth of all of the counters. (Sounds easy enough). Don't forget to add for backsplashes if you have them.
Example:
A countertop that is 10 foot 2 inches (122") long by 26” deep (average depth with overhang for granite)122 inches multiplied by 26 inches = 3172 square inches. Divide this number by 144 and you’ll have the total square feet. 3172 divided by 144 = 22. (Sorry, this sounds like we’re back in high school math class.)
After adding up the entire kitchen you will have the square of the stone you will need (The price per square foot will depend on your stone color) This figure will usually include the granite material, labor to fabricate (cutting, shaping and polishing), as well as installation.
Other factors that may contribute to the cost are:
| 1) Additional edge finishing such as on a peninsula top,island or raised bar. |
| 2) Additional holes or cutouts. |
| 3) Undermount sink cutouts. |
| 4) Tear out of existing countertops, |
| 5) Difficult clients. (just kidding) |
Note: Do not subtract square footage for cooktops unless they are the free standing type.
Backsplash is calculated in a similar fashion.
Take the length times the width divided by 144. This will get you close.
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