Onyx Countertops
Discover the finest of onyx in Calgary at Stone Selection. We carry onxy counters that are suitable for your kitchen, bathroom or other surfaces in your home. Due to the unique way this stone naturally forms, onyx slab colours and patterns vary greatly, resulting in a unique and different look with a sophisticated edge compared to most other natural stones. Onyx is formed by way of precipitation – water dripping and then evaporating, leaving behind a small amount of calcium carbonate and other minerals to eventually form an onyx slab. Over thousands of years, the consolidated minerals remarkably form naturally magnificent onyx stone, an incredible stone material with a diverse array of applications. Its dramatic patterns and beautiful colours make onyx countertops stand out as something very special, as is evident when viewing a beautiful onyx slab, countertop or onyx backsplash. Visit our onyx Calgary gallery to explore our selection of stones, and buy an onyx slab to elevate the look of your home.
THE ADVANTAGE OF ONYX COUNTERS & ONYX BACKSPLASHES
Depending on your preferred style and the room in your house you are planning to design, you can choose a coloured or white onyx countertop for your one-of-a-kind stone. There are even onyx slabs that are translucent. In fact, onyx was used as windows in ancient times before the advent of glass. Today, onyx is one of the few solid countertop and backsplash materials that can be backlit – making onyx countertops a sight to behold. Backlighting on an onyx counter or backsplash creates an incredibly beautiful and high-end look that appeals to many homeowners and gets designers excited. Due to its balance of ultra elegance and solid durability, many homeowners opt for an onyx backsplash or onyx countertop to truly make a statement.
INVESTING IN AN ONYX COUNTERTOP OR ONYX BACKSPLASH
Due to the rare specifications of this stone, onyx slabs can be a challenge to process. Onyx countertops are generally one of the more expensive natural stone options, but homeowners and designers alike feel the additional investment for an onyx counter or backsplash is worth it for the uniquely special applications: like wall features or backlit onyx countertop. Onyx backsplashes with a lighting design create stunning pieces of natural art that also perform an essential function within the home. It is important to note that onyx is a very soft stone and onyx kitchen countertops are more sensitive to acids compared to some other natural stones. The aesthetics are well worth the compromise though, as every onyx slab is uniquely stunning. Plus, there are many ways to protect your onyx counters, making proper protection products highly important.
BUY ONYX Slabs IN CALGARY
From a pure white onyx slabs to black onyx countertops, onyx stone is one of the most exotic and natural stones available on the market today. The diversity of colours and patterns make onyx countertops and backsplashes a popular choice and a great way to bring artistic statement into the home. This can create a competitive market, but Stone Selection is committed to providing a good variety of onyx to Calgary based customers. We are the clear choice for finding the best onyx in Calgary. In particular, the beautiful white onyx is a top seller as well as some of the more dramatic onyx like Onice Velluto. Visit our showroom and onyx gallery today to see the possibilities for your new onyx counters!
