Has anyone used Cambria Torquay - thoughts? It is bulletproof!
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Cambria torquay or White cliff
Comments (6)I think people get Torquay for what it is, a pretty countertop that is more bullet proof than real marble. I don't think anyone gets it thinking they are going to fool people into believing it's real marble, so I wouldn't worry about that issue. If you like the look of the Torquay go for it. You can order samples of it from Cambria. I think the all white countertop like white cliff is very modern. I don't necessarily think its boring, it's just a certain look. They are really two completely different looks. You should just decide what you like the look of better. Something with a little more dimension like Torquay or something more simple like the white cliff....See MorePlease Help-Cambria Torquay Installation Disaster
Comments (111)Lien laws vary by state, but my general rule is that you should not give final payment to the GC until he provides you with signed lien release forms from all subs, precisely because the subs can file liens against your house even if you pay the GC in full but he fails to pay the subs. You contracted with the kitchen company, and they hired the sub that did the faulty work, so the kitchen company is ultimately responsible for the quality of the work. Assuming you have not already paid the kitchen company in full for whatever you owe them, I would inform them that you are withholding payment in an amount equal to the full cost of the counters until they provide you with a signed lien release from their sub (it is between them and the fabricator what financial arrangement they come to to get the release signed) as well as properly installed counters. In other words, don't pay until you get exactly what you are paying for plus a lien release from everyone....See MoreCambria Torquay pics please! Considering canceling my Silestone
Comments (47)Doing a small powder room with 2x6 pearl marble subway pattern on walls up to 40" topped by a marble mini brick border and marble chair rail. I'd prefer Not to use a marble floor because its at the beach . I have found this carrera look porcelain that works though its a tad whiter , I would use grey grout . Should I get the real marble floor or look for a different porcelain , I really don't mind the upkeep on the walls but would rather not worry about countertop and floor as its a heavily used bath . as for countertop , on the white 30" vanity , shall I use torquay or a plain white quartz . ? thanks for input . For the record my friend rented a beach house wilth all carrera countertops and was given a 2 page list of all things to avoid , she ended up covering the entire countertop w placemats for the month rather than worry about what would stain or etch them ....See MoreHas anyone used Cambria Minera?
Comments (4)I am using minera for my bathroom countertop. It is very pretty, but I was concerned that it is a lot to look at, and that in a space as large as the kitchen, it would be too much for me, and I would tire of it after a few years. It boiled down to I didn't love it for my kitchen. I went with Grey Goose quartzite for the kitchen instead. But if you love it...:)...See Morelisa0527
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