Some other interesting facts about granite: Most slabs are imported from Brazil, India, China, Italy, and South Africa. Other countries that provide granite include the US, Spain, Norway, Russia, and Portugal. India tends to produce the largest slabs with fairly straight edges. Blue and red are the least common colors found in granite, and therefore add to the expense of a slab. And, yes, quartzite is a form of granite with more quartz content and therefore has the same properties as granite.

So the next time you find yourself wandering through a slab yard, keep the above in mind to help you with your choice. And enjoy your new, long-lasting, and beautiful granite!

Tile has been a traditional pick for bathroom or kitchen remodeling projects. Tradition however, may not always be the best choice. We all agree that tile is available in a variety of colors and styles, but is it really low maintenance and easy to clean? How about these pesky porous grout lines that attract mildew and mold? There is a better player in town! Cultured Marble and tile panels by Emco Williams inc. offer several features that traditional tile can’t match.

Have you ever seen a tile shower with no visible seams, no grout lines to maintain, and no tile to seal? Imagine the beauty of a product that could do both! Emco-Williams cultured marble with tile panels are quickly becoming a top choice for today’s builder and re-modeler. With plenty of choices of traditional tile patterns and colors, these panels with integral tile are a snap to install, will last a lifetime and require no special cleaners or sealers.

Used by remodelers and first-time family homes alike and in hotels, this product boasts beauty that cannot be found anywhere else. Visit us to learn more about our Bathroom Vanity Tops, Kitchen Counter tops, Tubs, Shower Bases, and Shower/Tub Surrounds!

Homeowners want a product that will be durable, easy to care for and add value to their home.Emco-Williams cultured marble can suit all of those needs. Cultured marble is  waterproof and with a non-porous surface that delivers a warmer, softer feel to the touch than cold tile.

Visit our  showroom in Knoxville or Sevierville Tn. We are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 865-453-8545. We look forward to hearing from you!

Stone is extremely dense yet also porous; to prevent stains it must be sealed every three to five years. Its very permanence makes it difficult to work and shape, but technological advances have made it possible to cut and polish stone near quarries around the world, a money-saving development that enables unusable pieces to be discovered before they are shipped abroad.

Granite, the most popular stone for counters, is an extremely hard rock formed by volcanic activity. Its shimmering beauty lies in the crystals of quartz, mica, and feldspar trapped within. So-called consistent granite has the same pattern throughout. Variegated granite has veins that vary from piece to piece, which add character and natural beauty. Emco williams has a large selection of granite to choose from for your new  granite countertops at the location in Sevierville Tennessee. 

Soapstone and slate are much softer than granite but also less porous. Slate was formed from clay on ancient sea beds and generally has a solid gray, black, or green hue. Soapstone, which is composed primarily of the mineral talc, has a similar color but often contains light striations of quartz. Both stones scratch and chip easily, especially on the edges; the marks can be sanded out or left to add character. Combined with a sink of the same material, slate or soapstone counters can create a classic farmhouse look or a sleek, refined look. It’s not generally necessary to seal these stones, but a periodic application of mineral oil will make them glow.

Marble and limestone are warm and soft but less practical for kitchens because food acids stain them readily. Still, many homeowners don’t mind stains that add a patina of age. And marble is a classic surface for rolling out pastry; serious bakers often include a section of marble countertop in their kitchens for this purpose. Marble is generally polished like granite; limestone is often honed to a matte finish

While kitchen countertops are the place meals are prepared, presented and served; bathroom countertops host nothing more than soap dispensers and hand towels in the majority of homes. That being said, when it comes to decorating your bathroom, granite countertops are not only a viable possibility, they are a creative reality as well! Those concerns for durability you may have for kitchen countertops are simply not applicable when it comes to choosing countertops for your bathroom. Without the stress of needing to protect your surfaces, you are free to choose from any number of colors, designs and patterns of granite to adorn your water-closet counters.

If you’ve made the decision to invest in granite countertops for your bathroom, you can also rest assured that in addition to being visually pleasing, granite countertops prove themselves to be strong and sanitary. As a stone surface, granite is extremely durable and holds up to normal wear and tear with great resilience. As mentioned before, bathroom countertops tend to be lightly used in general and therefore; a granite countertop in your bathroom is guaranteed to last you many years. Granite is also an easy surface to clean. The bathroom is one household room that is notorious for collecting germs and bacteria. Providing granite countertops that accommodate fast and easy clean-up is a bonus for a bathroom in any household! While it may not be the first room you think of promoting when considering selling your home; adding granite to your bathroom can increase the overall value of your sale. Granite countertops have earned a solid reputation for their quality, beauty and investment value. Being able to provide prospective home-buyers with not only granite kitchen countertops, but granite bathroom countertops as well is an added bonus and may benefit your pocketbook in the end.

At the Emco Williams Sevierville location we have a large selection of remnants to pick from for your bathroom countertops. Remnant materials are all sold at a reduced price.

Your project is the most important priority for Emco Williams and we want to make it an easy and memorable experience.

Prices are one of the most important factors that most people look at first, this is why we try to make it a top priority

for us as well. We have no extra hidden cost like the big box stores do. Because we are a small family owned company

it is very important to us to keep our prices honest and affordable.

Emco Williams granite countertops are one of the most affordable in the Knoxville area and we continue to bring down

the prices wherever we can.

Granite countertops are also now very competitive will all other countertop materials.

We are now in our 50th year doing business in East Tennessee and will continue to be the high quality, low cost provider

of granite countertops in Knoxville, Sevierville and surrounding counties.

Give us a call and see for yourself , you will not be disappointed.

One of the quickest ways to sell a home is by installing granite countertops in the kitchen. The two rooms that people look at the most when comparing homes for sale are the kitchen and bathroom, and the kitchen is often the first room people see when they view a home. Since granite slabs are the most popular kitchen countertop materials because of their beauty and longevity, it is the obvious choice.

The best looking and most functional homes can obviously attract the highest bidders, and the best place to start is with the kitchen countertops, as well as the cabinetry. Since granite is a natural substance that comes from the Earth, it is filled with many different stones and crystals of neutral Earthy tones. Because of this, granite will match with almost any wood cabinetry quite nicely. Home buyers also know that they can count on granite countertops being in the home for a long time, because they are so naturally sturdy.

There’s virtually nothing a homeowner can do to improve the location of their home, and there may not be much they can do about how much money they currently owe on the home. But they can definitely get their home looking as good as possible to make the most out of a sale. Granite slabs are definitely the “it” countertop. People love updated kitchens, and granite will instantly modernize a home that has laminate countertops. While there isn’t anything functionally wrong with laminate, it doesn’t sell the home. People will settle for the laminate if there is something else they really like about the home. On the same note, installing granite countertops will give people something to like about the home if it’s lacking in other areas.

Installing granite countertops in the kitchen and bathroom will help sell a home quicker. This depends on the style and condition of the existing cabinetry, which might also need an upgrade. It doesn’t make much sense to install thousands of dollars worth of granite right next to worn or outdated cabinetry. Cabinets can, however, be painted to give them a fresh look. This is a great alternative that also leaves money in the budget for other renovations. Another way to save is by using remnant pieces of granite that are left over from previous jobs for the bathroom countertops.

The kitchen and bathroom are definitely the two most important places to spend money when trying to sell a home. Going the extra mile and choosing granite countertops will give the home a competitive advantage over other homes on the market, and help the home sell faster. Every day that the home sits on  the market is like an eternity for some homeowners that are waiting for a big check to roll in, so speeding up this process by installing granite countertops by Emco-Williams is often a wise investment.

     Emco Williams inc. is now the MEDITUB walk-in tub dealer for the East Tennessee area.

Meditub Therapeutic walk in tubs will bring back the safety and security of peaceful bathing once again.

If you have been depriving yourself of a luxurious bath or shower because you are unable to step over your tub or you are afraid of the risk of slipping, then Meditub is your solution. Meditub lets you enjoy the luxury of a simple, safe, comfortable and convenient way to get in and out of the tub to those who thought they would never enjoy  bathing on their own again.

Meditub has 16 different tubs to chose from with various options and accessories. All  the tubs come with a 15 year warranty.

Emco Williams can offer you just the tub or a complete turn-key job. We will handle all aspects of the job from start to finish.

We can also provide you with financing using our flexible financing solutions by GE Capital, giving you several affordable and convenient payment options.

    5 Colors to choose from $34.95* sq ft
(includes sink, edging, installation, and Lifetime Warranty * minimum of 45 sq ft. )
EMCO-WILLIAMS INC.
1030 Old Knoxville Hwy. • Sevierville, TN 37862

“You Wish It – We GRANITE”
Serving Sevier County for nearly 50 years!

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At Emco-Williams we guarantee the best price ,quality products and superb fabrication/installation for you complete satisfaction.

Bring us any legitimate written estimate and we will meet it – “Apples to Apples”