BID PROCESS

The BID PROCESS is meant to provide you guidance on the type of information Marin Marble requires to provide an accurate bid and ultimately a high quality product. Please call us at 415.492.1520 if you have any questions on the process and we will gladly help you.

STEP 1. DRAWINGS/PLANS
Send us your dimensional drawings or plans. These drawings can be simple hand drawn views or computer-generated plans of your desired countertops, vanities, shower surrounds, fireplace surround, etc. Please list all relevant dimensions, wall locations, exposed edges and number of outlet/switch cutouts required.

STEP 2. MATERIAL SELECTION
We are in an exciting time for natural stone with more choices than ever before. As a stone shopper, you may be overwhelmed by the vast number of granite and marble choices. However, it is important to see and hand select specific slabs for your project as similar stone can have dramatic differences. Please refer to our Stone Slab Partners List for directions to their warehouses and/or links to their specific web sites.

STEP 3. EDGE DETAIL
The selection of edge detail is an important factor in not only pricing accurately but also in your overall design. Edge detail pricing is solely dependent on our costs in fabricating the desired edge. The standard stone thickness is 3/4" (2cm). Edge thicknesses can vary from a single (3/4" or 2 cm) thickness to laminated multiples of this thickness, typically 1 1/2" or 2 1/4". Some stone slabs also come in 1 1/4" (3 cm) thicknesses. These thicker slabs typically don't require lamination. For those customers who are unsure of their desired edge, Marin Marble will gladly provide a bid based on a common, mid-priced edge called a 1 1/2" full bullnose. Please click on this link to view/select from these Edge Detail. Note that our highly trained stone artisans are capable of creating practically any "custom" edge.

STEP 4. BACKSPLASH
If your project requires backsplashes, please make note of the desired height and location.

STEP 5. SINK TYPE
There are several sink options: top mount, undermount, farm-style and vessel. Each type requires a certain amount of labor. Undermount and farm-style sinks tend to be more desirable due to their clean appearance and ease of countertop cleaning. However, these sink cutouts need the stone to be polished on exposed sides and require very tight tolerances which ultimately results in a higher price.

STEP 6. STOVE/RANGE TYPE (Kitchens only)
There are two types of stoves/ranges: drop-in and slide-in. Drop-in stoves/ranges require a hole to be cut in the stone. Slide-in stoves/ranges require less overall stone and no hole cut.

STEP 7. TUB TYPE (Bathrooms only)
There are two tub options: top mount and undermount. 

STEP 8. ACCESS
Access information to your home and the specific room is very helpful in planning for installation. Due to the often large dimensions and weight of the stone, our installers would need to know how accessible your home is; road type, number of steps to or in home, elevator access only, tight hallway or stairway corners, parking limitations or any other considerations.

With the above information, our team at Marin Marble can create a timely and accurate bid. Simply fax, email or drop off the information.

FAX: 415.492.0925

EMAIL: SALES@MarinMarble.com

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