Littleton countertops for older homes and new kitchens
South Metro and Douglas County
Service area: South Metro
Counter Top Sales installs granite, marble, quartz, quartzite and soapstone countertops in Littleton, in kitchens, bathrooms and wet bars. We're a Denver company serving the whole south metro, with free estimates and free in-home measurement.
Littleton has a historic downtown along Main Street, the South Platte River running through town and houses from many different eras. A kitchen in an older house asks different things of a fabricator than a new build does, so we start every Littleton project by looking at the room as it really is.
Also serving
- Englewood
- Greenwood Village
- Centennial
Countertops in older Littleton homes
Older houses settle. Walls drift out of square, floors slope, and cabinets may not match today's standard depths. Stone has to be cut to fit what's there, which is why the in-home measurement matters even more in an older kitchen.
Out-of-square walls
We measure the actual walls instead of assuming 90-degree corners, and plan the backsplash and edges so gaps along the wall don't show.
Materials that suit an older house
Soapstone and honed marble both have long histories in American kitchens and look at home in older houses. Soapstone takes heat, doesn't etch and darkens over time. A honed marble finish softens the look of etching from acidic foods.
Original cabinets, new stone
If you're keeping original cabinetry, it needs to be level and strong enough to carry stone. We'll look at it during the measurement before anyone commits to a layout.
Newer Littleton kitchens and baths
In a newer kitchen with a large island and an open layout, slab layout becomes the main design decision. A big island may need one large slab, or a seam placed where it reads least.
In bathrooms, quartz vanity tops stay clean with almost no effort, and a double vanity cut from one piece looks cleaner than two separate tops when the slab allows it. For a wet bar, quartz, soapstone and sealed granite all handle spills well.
Front Range conditions worth knowing about
At about 5,350 feet, Littleton sits a little lower than the Douglas County towns to the south but still above the mile-high mark. The sun is strong and the air is dry for most of the year.
Sunny windows
Quartz is held together with resin that can yellow or fade after years of direct sun. Natural stone isn't affected. If a counter sits under a bright window most of the day, consider granite or quartzite for that run.
Dry air
Stone doesn't care about low humidity. Butcher block does, and can shrink or crack, so keep wood to accents if you want it at all.
Outdoor counters
Front Range winters bring repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Water that soaks into porous stone and freezes can cause damage, so outdoor bars call for dense granite or soapstone. Quartz isn't recommended outside.
How we work with Littleton homeowners
Estimates and in-home measurements are free, and you'll receive a personalized quote within 24 hours of your request. No obligation, no pressure.
- Consultation: the rooms, how you use them, your budget and any quirks of the house.
- Material selection: honest advice on what fits, including where a stone you love may cause trouble.
- Free in-home measurement of your installed cabinets and walls.
- Fabrication: cutting the stone to your measurements, with cutouts and edges finished.
- Installation in your home.
Centennial, Englewood and Greenwood Village
The same service covers Littleton's neighbors. We install countertops in Centennial to the east, Englewood to the north and Greenwood Village to the northeast, with free estimates and in-home measurement in each. If your home is older, the advice above about walls and cabinets applies. If it's newer, the conversation usually centers on island layout and material choice.
Farther out, our service area reaches Highlands Ranch, Lakewood and Denver, and runs along the Front Range from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins.
Surfaces and services in Littleton
Countertop questions from Littleton
Do you install countertops in Centennial, Englewood and Greenwood Village?
Yes. All three are in our service area, with the same free estimate, free in-home measurement and quote within 24 hours that we offer in Littleton.
How much do granite countertops cost in Littleton?
Granite prices vary with the specific stone, the square footage, slab count, edge profile, cutouts and backsplash. Older kitchens with unusual layouts can add fitting work. Our quote form uses budget ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 up to $20,000 and more, and the free estimate gives you a number for your actual room.
What countertop suits an older or historic Littleton home?
Soapstone and honed marble both look right in older kitchens. Granite is a practical choice if you want durability with less upkeep. We'll talk through the look you're after and how you cook before recommending one.
Can you fit stone countertops to walls that aren't square?
Yes. We measure the walls as they are during the free in-home measurement, and the stone is fabricated to those measurements, not to an assumed square corner.
Do stone countertops need sealing?
Granite, quartzite and marble need resealing every so often, depending on the stone. Quartz never needs sealing. Soapstone doesn't require a sealer, though many owners apply mineral oil to even out its color.