Thanks TCK. I do so very much love the thick island top look! I mean I really love it! I’m reading these horror stories and stories where the stacked edge looks good and I’m torn. I’m almost hinting of having a stacked edge but offset the lower edge. I don’t think I’ve seen any photos of that but I think I might like it as a compromise.

If you like thick stone, pick a thick slab.

Mackdolan...great advice but that’s MUCH easier said than done.

they don't miter? find a fabricator who is up with the times.

or is this what you want?

I am a fabricator. Taj Mahal can be mitered and it's what we recommend for a thick edge as it looks so much better than a laminated (i.e. "stacked") edge. However, it does take more expertise in the fab shop and without the correct equipment it's very difficult to do it well due to issues with chipping.

I really think the questions need to be addressed to the fabricator you are working with so they can show you physical examples of what you want to select. You can then make an informed selection for your kitchen.

Beth H...they’re just outside of Nashville so I would think they’re up on the times. I’d like eased/straight edge, not the fancy ogge.

Thanks oldryder...that’s what I’ve been reading, thanks for confirming.

Great idea skippack!

Then get a eased edge and leave it. IMO if they don’t do miters then don’t expect them to try with yours and stacked edges are IMO hit and miss at best. If I understand you you think steping back the bottom layer will do what ?then the edge no longer gives you that thick look you like I think simple is always better. I agrre with skipjack find out what the fabricator is capable of and pick one.

If you want chipping, you've just guaranteed it.

Just an update. Not exactly what I pictured for the island top shape but I love the results. The stepped pattern is replicated in the room as well as in the fireplace mantel in the living and dining rooms. I think it was a good compromise for the thicker island look I really was dreaming of.

The stone is beautiful. Congrats!

That is a beautiful stone. But that is one of the worst laminated edges that I have ever seen anywhere. It’s horrific. Its like they had never even seen a laminated edge before. The corners aren’t even close to being the same radius between the top layer and the edge.

Get your money back and pick someone with some skill at doing the laminated edge. If you insist on a laminated edge.

Live_wire_oak. I love it...to each is own.

You love THAT??

Mackdolan...it’s the one piece that needs fixing...the stone slipped during the epoxy drying time and it’s uneven, they’re coming back to fix it.