European Marble & Granite is locally owned marble, granite, and tile designer, fabricator and installer located in the Washington DC suburban county of Prince Georges. We are conveniently located in Clinton, Maryland, ½ mile from the intersection of Old Alexandria Ferry Road and Woodyard Road which is 1 mile east of Route 5.  We have over 20 years experience. In the industry of designing, making, and installing stone, marble, granite, and tile in any room in your house… from the foyer floor to the fireplace to the kitchen to the bathroom just about anywhere you would like natural products in your home. Come in to see our new beautiful showroom to see what we can do for you!

Hours: Monday – Saturday: 8am - 7pm Closed Sunday

European’s Services Free Estimates Design and Layout Competitive Pricing Quick Order to Delivery Time

European’s Specialties

• Commercial Countertops Flooring and Tiling
• Residential Countertops Flooring and Tiling
• Granite Fabrication and Installation
• Marble Fabrication and Installation
• Bath Vanity Countertops
• Fireplace Surrounds
• Kitchen Countertops
• Island Countertops
• Bar Countertops
• Ceramic Tiling
• Granite Tiling
• Marble Tiling

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is granite?
Granite rocks are igneous rocks made as slowly cooling pockets of magma were trapped beneath the earth's surface.  Granite is the hardest of all building stones with a very close grain, making it almost impervious to stain and uniquely applicable for any interior use, and if polished, is ideal for countertops and flooring applications.

Is granite a do-it-yourself product?
Granite fabrication is a specialized trade that requires extensive training and practice in order to produce high-quality results - not to mention the expensive diamond tooling and equipment.  European employs fabricators and installers with years of training and experience.  Even a small vanity countertop can weigh over one hundred pounds, so safe handling is another concern that you need not worry about when buying from European.

Do you offer other types of finished edges?
European’s standard finished edge profile included in all base pricing is a basic "eased and polished" straight edge.  The straight edge profile maximizes the bold appearance and quality of 3cm thick material.  We offer other edge profiles for a nominal charge - depending on the shape and finishing time required.  Our other available edge profiles are available shown here.

Are there additional colors available? Our standard and expanded inventory color selections represent the most popular design colors.  European maintains a constant inventory of our standard colors so that any project - large or small - can be fulfilled quickly from available inventory.  Can you re-connect my electrical and plumbing connections? European is a highly trained and licensed contractor for granite countertops, but we are not licensed electricians or plumbers.  Therefore, we can not assume any liability for making electrical or plumbing connections.  We can, in most instances however, recommend reputable and licensed individuals or companies to complete these tasks for you. Will my granite have visible seams? Most granite installations will require at least one or more joints called seams. During layout and design, European will always try to minimize the number of seams required.

European's countertop edging options:

When seams are necessary, we will locate them in areas of less traffic to minimize their appearance.  Finally, European is trained to color-match the epoxy joining adhesive to minimize the appearance of the visible seams.

Are there special cleaning requirements for granite?
Maintenance of granite surfaces is easy, and you should consider caring for your investment properly!  Everyday household cleaners - although not likely to harm the stone itself - could lessen the effectiveness of the sealer which has been applied.  For regular cleaning, we recommend a specially formulated stone cleaner.  On occasion, although granite is very solid and nearly non-porous, spills left on the surfaces for an extended period can leave some residual staining - even when sealed properly.  Most stains usually dissipate over time on their own.  If immediate stain removal is desired, we can help with specialty stain-lifting poultice powders that we offer.

How often do I need to re-apply stone sealer?
An easy "rule of thumb" is to closely monitor the area around the sink.  If you begin notice water that does not bead up or soaks into the stone within 10-15 minutes, then it's probably time to re-seal.  Applying a sealer is easy, you can apply a liberal amount of sealer in the evening before going to bed and just let it penetrate and cure overnight.

Do's and Don'ts of Granite
DO clean up spills immediately to minimize damage to your stone.
DO use trivets or mats under hot dishes and cookware.
DO use place mats under china, ceramics, and silver that can scratch your stone's surface.
DO use coasters under glasses, especially if they contain alcohol or citrus juices.
DO clean surfaces regularly with a Granite & Marble Kitchen Countertop Cleaner.
DON'T wait to clean up spills on stone.
DON'T use cleaners that contain acid such as bathroom cleaners or grout cleaners.
DON'T use vinegar, bleach, ammonia or other general-purpose cleaners.
DON'T use abrasive cleaners such as dry cleansers or soft cleansers.
DON'T use alkaline cleaners not specifically formulated for stone.