If you want to bring the best out of your DC area home, nothing says elegant like marble countertops. Ideally suited to kitchens and bathrooms alike, marble’s unique style gives your home a flair all its own. For the very best marble kitchen and bathroom countertops in Sterling, Chantilly, Fairfax, Ashburn, and surrounding locations in the DC metro, look no further than NEKA. Our unmatched selection of marble slabs features colors, styles, and veining to suit any aesthetic.

Read on to learn more about adding timeless beauty to your DC home with marble countertops.

All About Marble

Marble is the last word in gracious home style. Most of the marble in the world comes from Italy, Spain, India, and China, though the United States does have marble quarries of its own. To make marble, soft limestone is heated until crystals are formed, giving the stone its durability and shine. The color of any marble slab is determined by minerals like clay, sand, or silt, which may be present in the quarry where your marble formed. These minerals will also play a role in the kind of veins your marble has. While there are some common colors and veining patterns, no two slabs of marble will look alike.

Any indoor space can be enhanced with marble countertops. It’s a particularly good option for bathroom vanities and bars. Thanks to its remarkable heat resistance, it’s a great choice for fireplace surrounds. While it works quite well in kitchens, it is softer and more porous than other natural stones, so you would want to use cutting boards and be proactive about spills. We don’t recommend it for use in outdoor spaces, as sunlight can dull the color and shine of marble over time.

Marble vs. Other Stone Countertops

Not sure which stone countertop is right for you? Let’s compare marble with the other stone countertops we carry at NEKA.

• Like granite, marble is 100% natural stone. Quartz, on the other hand, is made using a combination of ground quartz and resin. While all three options are extremely durable, the resin in quartz gives it a slight edge.
• For outdoor applications, granite is likely your best bet. Marble’s softness and porosity make it susceptible to fading in the sunlight, and quartz is not as heat resistant as countertops made entirely of natural stone.
• There’s no match for the high-end looks marble can provide. While quartz and granite look great, the unique colors and veining in marble make it stand out as the clear aesthetic choice.

Why Choose NEKA for Marble Countertop Fabrication & Installation

There’s no match in the DC metro area for the quality NEKA provides. We’ve been delivering spectacular customer experiences for over 35 years. NEKA carries the area’s widest selection of marble, granite, and quartz slabs, and we’re committed to fabricating and installing custom countertops that meet your exact specifications. Our thousands of satisfied customers speak for themselves!

Not sure what you’re looking for? We’re happy to help! NEKA’s team of experienced design consultants will guide you through the entire process and assist in designing your perfect stone kitchen or bathroom countertops. You’re sure to love the result.

Explore New Kitchen or Bathroom Marble Countertops for Your Home Today!

Let’s bring your dream kitchen or bathroom to life! For the DC area’s finest marble countertops, choose NEKA. Simply fill out our online form to get started with a free quote, or better yet, visit us at our showrooms in Dulles, Old Town Alexandria, or Washington, DC. We can’t wait to take your home to the next level!