Define the surface family
We begin with your priorities—natural variation, low maintenance, dramatic veining, durability, or a particular budget.
Showroom and slab selection
See the material before it becomes your countertop.
Color samples are a starting point. A showroom visit and full-slab review let you understand the scale, movement, finish, and natural variation that will define the completed room.
Plan your visit
Bring the room with you.
A few useful items make material selection faster and more confident. You do not need a finished design or professional measurements.
- Photos of the room in natural and evening light
- Cabinet, flooring, paint, tile, or hardware samples
- Approximate countertop square footage or a simple sketch
- Inspiration photos showing colors and movement you like
- Your preferred budget range and project timeline
- Names or photos of any slabs you already want to compare
Visit STONELUX
1900 N. Austin Ave., Unit 12
Chicago, IL 60639
Monday–Friday: 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday: 9 AM–1 PM, by appointment only
Appointments are recommended for slab selection so a team member can prepare the right material options and give your project focused time.
How slab selection works
From a color idea to an approved slab.
Compare samples and full slabs
Samples help narrow color. Full slabs reveal the actual pattern scale, tonal shifts, fissures, and movement.
Review the specific slab
For natural stone, you approve the actual slab or bundle whenever possible. Engineered surfaces are also reviewed for pattern and lot consistency.
Plan layout, seams, and focal areas
After final measurements, the slab is digitally arranged around islands, sinks, seams, and important veining.
Confirm before fabrication
Material, edge, sink, backsplash, and project details are reviewed before cutting begins.
What to look for
View the slab as a composition, not a small color chip.
Start with a clear plan
Schedule time to compare materials in person.
Bring photos, samples, or simply an idea. We will help you narrow the choices and understand the next step.