Measuring Countertops: DIY or Hire a Professional
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Depending on the material, countertop installations can be DIY projects. That being said, for premium materials, like Caesarstone quartz countertops, it is always recommended that installation is carried out by a professional.
What about countertop measurements? Must they be done by a professional too?
Measuring countertops may seem like a simple activity. After all, only a few tools are required. However, wrong countertop measurements can result in expensive mistakes. For instance, measuring countertops is the initial step to getting accurate quotes from fabricators. If you measure your countertops incorrectly, you could get charged a higher quote.
Homeowners that are looking to install a countertop but don’t know where to start can visit Caesarstone’s Professional Partners Portal for resources.
Once a homeowner decides that they want to DIY countertop measurements, the next question that they ask is how to measure countertops and the tools that they require. Precise countertop measurements ensure that homeowners get accurate countertop cost estimations. And to get this, the overall surface area of the entire space including any areas where the cooktop or sink is located must be included. Luckily, the process is quite straightforward.
The first step entails drawing a scale diagram on graph paper. To get precise measurements, the backsplash area, appliances, exposed edges, cooktop, sink, and other relevant spaces must be included.
The countertop length should then be measured in inches. This should be done from wall to wall as opposed to from one edge to the other. Be sure to note the length of the piece of paper.
Once done, measure the depth of the countertops and the backslash height. To get precise measurements, measure the countertop depth from the wall. Write all these measurements on the piece of paper.
Once done, using the calculator, determine the square footage for the countertop and backsplash using the written measurements.
Not every countertop has a simple rectangular shape. While the basic countertop measurement process will remain the same, it is important to measure any curve at the widest point. This should then be multiplied by its total length, giving the total size of the entire slab. It’s the role of the fabricator to take additional measurements that will accommodate the odd shape. To view a list of Caesarstone fabricators nearest you, visit https://www.caesarstone.ca/where-to-buy/.
While hiring a professional saves time and ensures that only precise measurements are derived, it can be costly, especially for budget-conscious people.
The risk of getting wrong countertop measurements with DIY installations is high. And when investing in a beautiful, durable quartz countertop, such as Caesarstone’s 5130 Cosmopolitan White or 5133 Symphony Grey, homeowners will want to get things right the first time.
Ultimately, the decision to DIY or hire a professional to measure countertops is a personal decision. Luckily, the measuring process detailed above will ease the process and ensure homeowners get precise measurements. Once the measuring process is complete, contact Caesarstone to schedule a consultation and place your quartz countertop order.
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