Apr282012

Different type of stone

Types of Natural StoneHewn from the earth, cut with diamond saws, polished like glass, and shipped around the world, stone makes the most cosmopolitan of counters. It exists everywhere in the world, yet nowhere is it the same. Even from the same quarry, no two pieces are identical.

 

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

 

Apr212012

Granite Countertops in the bathroom

The benefits of granite bathroom countertops and why the question most homeowners face when trying to choose granite countertops for their kitchen is whether to air on the side of practicality or go with designs and patterns they’ve fallen in love with. The truth is, your kitchen countertops are going to be used more heavily on a daily basis than any bathroom countertop ever will.

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.

 

Mar102012

Who Said You Can’t Afford Granite?

We want to thank you for visiting our website.

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.

Jan072012

Using granite to quickly sell a home

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.

 

Jan022012

New Years Resolution

 

Happy New Year from Emco Williams !!!!

Elite Home Remodeling Wishes you a Happy New YearThe new year is here!  January is a great time to start your new year’s resolution.  This year, instead of trying a new diet only to give up half way through January, why don’t you invest in a resolution that will last?  Make your new year’s resolution this year to do some home remodeling.

Everybody has some work that they would like to get done around the house.  Maybe that kitchen or master bathroom could use some updating, or maybe you want a new and fresh look to the shower in your bathroom. Whatever your home renovation project needs and wants may be Emco Williams can help.

We will be here to help you with all of your new year’s kitchen or bath renovation resolutions.

At least the ones having to do with granite countertops or cultured marble showers and tubs.

This year we are now the new representative for therapeutic Walk In Tubs for the East Tennessee area. We also have a full line of acrylic tubs by Atlantis.

Call today for a free in home design and quote.

Knoxville granite countertops  

Dec302011

Emco williams now carries walk in tubs by Meditub

 

     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.

Dec022011

Chistmas Sale

Wishing for New Countertops before Christmas?

SAVE NOW with our
Holiday Granite Sale !

    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!

Aug232011

When shopping for Granite ?

When shopping for granite and quartz make sure you compare Apples to Apples.

Lesser quality at a lower price is no bargain.

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”

 

Jul252011

New granite colors in our inventory today

Emco-Williams added three more granite colors. Golden Crystal for $59.95 per square foot  Steel Gray for $54.95 per square foot and Manasses for $44.95 per square foot into our inventory today.

Our inventory starts at $39.95 per square foot and includes edging and a  stainless steel sink.
We currently  have a total of 45 different granite colors in inventory to choose from for your beautiful kitchen makeover.

 

Jul222011

Emco – Williams is now A Silestone Quartz fabricator

Emco Williams has added the “Silestone” quartz line to our product list.We are now certified to fabricate and install Silestone Quartz countertops as well as the Zodiaq, Hanstone,  Caesar stone and Samsung “Radiantz”quartz products.