Set In Stone Creations
7601 Flagstone St.
Fort Worth, Tx 76118
682-626-5431
A BIT ABOUT PRICING
The knowledge below is key for understanding how the cost for the materials plays a part in the price per square feet for your kitchen countertops, bathroom countertops, and other home or business improvement projects.
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*Please note these examples are just for reference, and educational purposes, as all suppliers have their own way of setting their price level and or tiers*
LEVEL 1*
LEVEL 2*
LEVEL 3*
Stone slabs of all varieties from porcelain to granite, marble to quartz and so on, are categorized into tiers or levels typically starting from level 1-5 or more, which can indicate details such as cost & ease of availability vs rarity. The lower the number the more common and readily available the material can be which typically indicates lower cost. Whereas with higher level stone types, these have a greater cost because they can be more scarce & may be uniquely ornate in detail & or color (such as "exotics" for example), meaning there is likely a greater cost. Even fabrication & installation price will increase when using more exotic natural stones.
Granite Examples*
LEVEL 1*
This granite is simple in appearance and has little color variation. Because of the availability and affordable cost of level 1 granite, it is a popular choice for those who want stone countertops on a budget.
Level 1 Granite White Gray
Level 1 Granite White Gray
Level 1 Granite Gray White
Level 1 Granite Gray White
Level 1 Grays & Blacks Granite
Level 1 Grays & Blacks Granite
Level 1 Grays & Blacks Granite
Level 1 Grays & Blacks Granite AKA Dallas White
Level 1 Grays & Blacks Granite
Level 1 Brown Granite
Level 1 Brown Granite
Level 1 Brown Granite
LEVEL 2*
Level 2 Gray & Black Stone Granite
Level 2 Gray & Black Stone Granite
Level 2 Gray & Black Stone Granite
Level 2 Gray & Black Stone Granite
Level 2 Gray & Black Stone Granite
Gray Granite Level 2
Gray Level 2 Granite
White Granite Level 2
Granite Level 2 Brown
LEVEL 3*
Level 2, or mid-grade, granite is a bit more unique in color and design. The patterns you will see are much more varied than low-grade granite.
Level 3 grade and above is considered the finest granite around. These luxurious stones depending on the source, the colors, patterns, veining, and hard and soft minerals, it can be worth double or triple of what the other grades cost.
Level 3 Gray & White Granite Stone
Level 3 Gray & White Granite Stone
Level 3 Gray & White Granite Stone
Level 3 Gray & White Granite Stone
Level 3 Gray & White Granite Stone
Level 3 Gray & White Granite Stone
Level 3 Gray & White Granite Stone
Level 3 Brown Granite
Level 3 Brown Granite
Quartz Examples
LEVEL 1*
Simple, neutral, and consistent patterns with little variation (e.g., small, uniform flecks or solid white/grey). Best for cost-effective renovations, builders, and large projects where uniformity is desired.
Level 1 Gray & White Quartz Stone. Iced white quartz MSI Q quartz
Manhattan gray MSI Quartz.
Snow White Quartz. MSI Q Quartz snow white
Sparkling White Quartz. White Sparkling MSI Q Quartz
Iced Gray Quartz MSI Q Quartz
MSI Bayshore sand Quartz
LEVEL 2*
Increased color variety and more movement/pattern complexity than Level 1. Best for a moderate budget looking for a more distinctive look than basic, yet still affordable, option.
Bedrock Quartz MSI Q quartz
Carrara Marmi MSI Q Quartz. Warm carrara quartz
Carrara Morro MSI Q quartz. Carrara white quartz.
Stellar Gray MSI Q Quartz. Gray Quartz
Carrara Mist Taupe MSI Q quartz
Sparkling Black MSI Q Quartz
LEVEL 3*
High-end appearance with complex veining, rich colors, and more dramatic, natural-looking stone patterns. Best for designer kitchens, featured islands, and customers prioritizing visual impact.
Antico Cloud MSI Q Quartz
Carrara Caldia MSI Q Quartz
Gray Lagoon MSI Q Quartz.
Montclair White MSI Q Quartz
Calacatta Alto Quartz. Calacatta white MSI Q Quartz
Calacatta Lavasa MSI Q Quartz. Calacatta warm white quartz