Now Hiring a Sales and Countertop Selection Specialist!
Exquisite Stone is seeking an individual to fill the position of Countertop Selection Specialist. This candidate will work directly with clients in the showroom to finalize countertop colors, provide estimates and schedule projects. An interest in interior design is beneficial, as well as experience working with people in a retail-type setting.
Job responsibilities include making and receiving phone calls, assisting customers in the showroom, providing estimates for countertop projects, scheduling countertop measure and install appointments, creating invoices and paperwork for each confirmed project, and performing follow-up contact on potential projects.
Experience with computer use, specifically Microsoft Excel and Outlook programs, is highly recommended. Developed written and verbal communication is also desired, as well as experience in sales and/or customer service.
This position is full time, with one Saturday per month. Showroom hours are 8am to 5pm on weekdays and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays. Wage ranges from $15 to $20 per hour and is dependent on experience.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do or contact us if you are interested in learning more about our employment opportunities!
We hear both sides: some folks love black granite, and some loathe it. Of course there are pros and cons to the color of every surface. Black cars show salt in the winter, white cars show dirt in the summer. A black shirt shows lint and is a target for bleach spills in the laundry room, while a white shirt attracts orange soda and spaghetti sauce.
I personally love black granite. Sleek and sophisticated, it looks fantastic with everything, and leaves the plan for décor wide open. Orange walls, purple walls, beige walls, why not! Black coordinates with it all, and looks amazing with any pattern or finish you throw at it.
It does have its cons, however. Just like the hair from my white cat clings to my black sweaters, black granite can show dust, crumbs, and fingerprints. I put up with these little nuisances because of its durability. Black granite is rock solid (pardon the pun). It is an incredibly dense material, and a very hard material. It rarely needs to be sealed when compared to lighter granites, and is very scratch and chip resistant.
There is always a chance that black granite will betray you into looking a little slovenly if a visitor were to show up unannounced, but it also has a classy side that makes any space look like a million dollars.
Traditionally, granite is generally expected to have a glossy, smooth finish. While the majority of what we see in natural stone countertops fits this description, there is a yearly increase in the popularity of granite with alternative finishes. Satin, Leather, honed and brushed finishes are becoming more and more available, and add an interesting dimension to a granite installation. Our preferred granite vendors often have a variety of materials in stock with these custom finishes. A custom finish can also be applied to any material that is polished.
Visit Exquisite Stone today to see what finish is right for your home.
