What Edge Type is right?

One of the most commonly overlooked aspects, when you pick out a stone for your home, is selecting an edge profile. Homeowners can get caught up in the selection of the stone that this small detail in comparison is often rushed. Choosing an edge for your home can be difficult, depending on what your stone allows for. In this article, we talk about some of the choices you have at Precision Granite and Marble of Bluffton, South Carolina!

Simple Countertop Edge Types

Some of the similar edges include eased, 1/4 bevel, 1/4 round, and half bullnose. The eased edge is simply a 90-degree angle that is polished just enough to take away the sharpness. It adds a modern feel to any countertop and can update any kitchen or bath. This edge profile can be a default edge for some stones depending on the density or type of stone.

Hard, faceted stone (the jewel looking crystals in some stones) may not be able to be cut into some designs due to the facets, or the crystalline structure. There can be a higher likelihood of the stone to chip or crack when forming the more complicated edges. Some of these stone types may include marble or quartzite.

Other Simple Edge Types

Another standard edge is the 1/4 beveled or Quarter Bevel. A quarter bevel is made by polishing or cutting 1/4 of an inch off of the corner, creating a flat edge at a 45-degree angle. It adds a more contemporary feel to your project. It is also handy when there are spills or water around, this and many other edges are angled to help keep spills from falling down the face of your cabinets.

Similar to the 1/4 bevel, the 1/4 round polishes the top corner down to give a nice rounded edge. This provides a much softer working edge.

More Complex edges

We also offer some other edges for an up-charge because these edges are hard to manufacture. Perhaps the most difficult edge to construct is the Ogee edge. A router bit is used to carve and S shape into the edge of the stone. This is a very classic look and is more common in a lot in older homes.

The Half Bullnose Edge

A Half Bullnose edge is similar to the 1/4 round. The difference is instead of a 1/4 of an inch of rounding; the whole edge is rounded down to meet the bottom edge. The Half Bullnose adds an even softer edge, which can be the desired finish when small children are around.

Mitered Edge

We also offer a mitered edge, which can be applied to make the countertop appear thicker than it is. Two pieces of stone are cut at a 45-degree angle and seamed together, so there is no visible seam.

You are not limited to one edge option for your room. For instance, you can have an ogee edge on your island while the surrounding countertops have an eased edge. Whichever you decide, we will be here to help make your dream a reality!

Waterfall

Another type of edge, which is a type of mitered edge, is a waterfall. Accomplished in the same way, the edge is taken all the way to the floor making it have the look of a waterfall flowing over the edge.

The only drawback of a waterfall edge is the amount of material it takes to accomplish, however, it gives a look unlike any other.

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