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What is the difference between 2cm & 3cm?

Thickness

Besides the thickness difference (1cm = 3/8″ 2cm = 3/4″ and 3cm = 1-1/4″)

Preparation

With most 3cm slabs you can install them right on top of your cabinets. Whereas, the 2cm requires a plywood subtop. Which most contractors will install prior to the countertop installation.

Edge

If you’ve ever noticed while antique shopping, all of the marble tops are 2cm. Its because its the original thickness. Back in the day, having natural stone in your home was a major luxury. The thinner thickness gives you a lot more options for ornate edges, in which they laminate another strip underneath, making it appear thicker. The 3cm thickness only became popular in the last 20 years or so.

Overhang

Overhangs beyond cabinets may extend 12” without support with 2cm granite combined with ¾” substrate. Unsupported overhangs beyond 10” are not recommended with unsupported 3cm granite.

Backsplash

With 2cm you can apply a fullheight backsplash with no extra prep (besides rodding for stability during transportation). The look is much sleeker and your cabinets will thank you for them being lighter weight. 3cm splashes create a much bulkier presentation and on standard cabinets may cause less area for counter space and placement of faucet holes above sinks. You can however have your fabricator can guage down the thickness to 2cm for a sleeker look.

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  • HOME
    • About us
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    • Affiliations
    • Policies
  • Book Appointment
  • Materials
    • SOAPSTONE
      • JUST ARRIVED!
        • COMING SOON
      • SOAPSTONE 101
      • SILK, AKA DARK JULIA(Green)
      • GRAPHITE BLACK
        • NEW GRAPHITE BLACK – 1251 (77 x 110) 5-1/2 AVAIL
        • NEW GRAPHITE BLACK – 1466 (73 x 117) 23 AVAIL
        • NEW GRAPHITE BLACK – 1469 (71 x 115) 4 AVAIL
        • NEW GRAPHITE BLACK/GREEN – 1131 (78 x 121) 3 AVAIL
      • GRAPHITE GREEN
        • NEW GRAPHITE GREEN – 1154 (78 x 121) 1 AVAIL
      • PA Original
      • SANTA RITA/MARIANA
      • Soapstone FAQ
        • Why Soapstone?
        • Soapstone oiling Tips
        • Soapstone recommended Edge
        • Soapstone slab size
    • MARBLE
      • White Marble
        • Calacatta Crema (13 SLABS AVAIL)
        • 1cm Calacatta Gold (3 slabs available)
      • Colorful Marble
        • BLUE – AZUL EMPERADOR
        • BROWN
        • GREEN
        • GOLD
        • RED/BURGANDY
          • Breccia De Medicea
    • Onyx
      • 1cm slabs (3/8″ thick)
        • Honey Vein-cut Onyx
      • 2cm slabs (3/4″ Thick)
      • White Gold Onyx
      • Orange (Arancione) Onyx
      • GREEN (VERDE) ONYX
    • Limestone
    • Travertine
    • Sandstone
    • Partials – Misc Materials
  • Specialties
    • Dimensional
    • 1cm Thin slabs
    • Stone Sinks
    • Soapstone Firebrick splits
    • Fireplace Mantels
  • Inspiration
    • Kitchen
    • Bath
      • Soapstone Showers
    • Fireplace
  • Faq
    • How much does my stone weigh?
    • Correct spelling of the famous Calacutta
    • Calacatta Vs. Carrara
    • What is the process of getting an estimate for a project?
    • How to choose a fabricator
    • Stone Care
      • How to remove scratches/stains on honed stone
      • Care & Precautions
    • Stone Edges
    • Stone Finishes
    • Stone Identification
    • What is the difference between 2cm & 3cm?
    • Why Natural Stone?