General Info

For more than 15 years, Mario Montes has created exceptional granite, marble and other stonework features for discerning homeowners in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Maine. His dedication to quality, craftsmanship and personal guidance in the selection of materials, colors and design is at the heart of Montes Marble & Granite. Our Philosophy Our success is not measured in the number of projects we can take credit for, but in the number of truly satisfied customers who will be happy to recommend Montes Marble & Granite to their friends and family. That's why we back our work with an unprecedented 15 Year Guarantee if there are any problems with the material, quality or workmanship on your counters, we'll replace them Buying the Right Stone for Your Home or Business When considering stone for your home or business, it is vital that you understand the differences in qualities, uses and pricing of each stone, as well as the companies who will install them. There are many factors that can affect the price and the value of the work being done. Types of Stone Depending on your taste and budget, different types of stone may be the best fit for your project. Most of our work is in natural stones like granite, marble, limestone or travertine, but we are also a licensed distributor of Zodiaq, a high quality, beautiful quartz-based material available from DuPont. Learn more about the different types of stone. Cost When comparing the cost of materials and installation, the most important detail to remember is that not all stone is created equal. Within each type of stone, the quality, look and durability can vary greatly. Learn more about pricing stone. Cut & Polish In addition to the type and quality, the way that your stone is cut and polished will also have an impact on how it looks and how long it lasts. Different ways of cutting can leave chips or cracks along the seams of your counters, imperfections that will not become visible for months or even years. As for the polish, a quick sanding and waxing can give stone a similar shine as the more time-consuming wet polish, but it will quickly begin to fade and loose it's luster. Learn more about how we cut and polish our stone. Installation When it comes to installing your granite countertops, marble sinks, or any stonework, the quality of work can vary greatly. Through careful planning and expertise, a skilled installer can minimize the number of seams between pieces of stone, reduce the amount of waste and adjust the size or shape of features to best suit your style and needs. Learn more about our expert installation. Maintenance & Care The maintenance required for your stonework will also vary depending on the above topics. Quality granite counters that have been polished correctly will need much less work to maintain their luster than those that have been polished with sandpaper and wax. Whatever the material or use, there are correct ways to maintain and care fo