Pick your slab in Austin, then one crew templates, cuts, and installs. Overhangs, waterfalls, and seams done on site in Williamson County.
Georgetown kitchens built in the last twenty years often have large islands, some wide enough to need a seam, some long enough to need a waterfall end. The crew at ATX Granite King handles the whole job: templating, cutting, and installing the island top, including sink cutouts and support for overhangs.
You start by walking the slab floor in Austin to pick the actual piece. The floor has 299 lots of granite, quartzite, quartz, marble, dolomite, soapstone, porcelain, and semi-precious slabs. If you’re flipping or renting, they work with a partner for rental-grade stone so you don’t pay for a showpiece slab.
The same crew that templates your Georgetown kitchen comes back to install. They give you dates in writing with the quote. No subcontractors, no handoffs, just the slab you picked, cut to fit your island, with the overhangs, seams, and cutouts you need.
Most Georgetown islands have a twelve- or fourteen-inch overhang for seating. If the overhang is more than ten inches, the crew adds corbels, steel brackets, or a hidden plywood apron for support. They template the island in place, mark the corbel locations, then drill and anchor the supports before setting the slab. No guesswork, just solid support for stools or bar chairs.
A waterfall end drops the countertop material straight down the side of the island, creating a continuous slab look. The crew cuts the slab to match the island’s profile, then polishes the edge to match the top. Waterfall ends work best with thicker slabs, three centimeters or more, to avoid a fragile edge. They add weight, so the island base must be built to handle it.
If your island is longer than the slab you pick, the crew seams two pieces together. They cut the slabs to match the grain or pattern, then use epoxy and color-matched filler to blend the seam. The seam is visible but tight, usually a straight line down the middle of the island. The crew templates the island to place the seam where it’s least noticeable, like under a cooktop or prep sink.
Georgetown’s housing stock includes a lot of open-plan kitchens with large islands, often in homes built since the early 2000s. These islands typically have a twelve- or fourteen-inch overhang for seating, which is wide enough to need support. The crew templates the island in place, then marks where the corbels or brackets will go. They drill into the island base and anchor the supports before setting the slab, so the overhang doesn’t sag or crack over time.
Support options depend on the slab material and the overhang width. For granite or quartzite, steel brackets or corbels are common. For quartz or marble, a hidden plywood apron is often used to distribute the weight. The crew will tell you what’s needed for your slab and overhang during templating. They don’t guess, every overhang is measured and supported to handle daily use.
If your island has a cooktop or prep sink in the overhang area, the crew cuts the slab to fit around the appliance or sink. They template the cutout in place, then cut the slab at the shop before bringing it back for installation. The cutout edges are polished to match the rest of the slab, so the overhang looks clean and finished, not like an afterthought.
A waterfall end is a vertical drop of the countertop material down the side of the island, creating a continuous slab look. It’s a popular choice in Georgetown’s newer homes, where the island is often a focal point in an open kitchen. The crew cuts the slab to match the island’s profile, then polishes the edge to match the top. The waterfall end is glued to the island base and secured with brackets or adhesive, depending on the material.
Waterfall ends work best with thicker slabs, three centimeters or more, because thinner slabs can chip or crack at the edge. The crew will tell you if your slab is too thin for a waterfall end during templating. They also check that the island base is built to handle the extra weight, since a waterfall end can add hundreds of pounds to the island.
The downside of a waterfall end is that it limits your storage options on that side of the island. If you need drawers or cabinets in the waterfall area, the crew can template around them, but the slab will have to be cut to fit. The waterfall end also makes it harder to change the island’s layout later, since the slab is permanently attached to the base.
If your island is longer than the slab you pick, the crew will seam two pieces together. They cut the slabs to match the grain or pattern, then use epoxy and color-matched filler to blend the seam. The seam is visible but tight, usually a straight line down the middle of the island. The crew templates the island to place the seam where it’s least noticeable, like under a cooktop or prep sink.
Seams are stronger than they look, but they’re not invisible. The epoxy bonds the slabs together, but the seam will still be a different color than the rest of the slab. The crew uses a filler that’s close to the slab color, but it won’t match exactly. If you want a seamless look, you’ll need to pick a slab that’s long enough for your island, or choose a material like quartz that’s available in larger sizes.
The crew cuts the slabs at the shop, then brings them to your Georgetown home for installation. They dry-fit the pieces to make sure the seam is tight, then glue them together on site. The seam is clamped and left to cure before the island is secured to the base. The whole process takes a few hours, but the seam is permanent once it’s set.
If your island has a cooktop or prep sink, the crew templates the cutout in place, then cuts the slab at the shop before bringing it back for installation. They mark the cutout location on the slab, then use a diamond blade saw to cut the opening. The edges of the cutout are polished to match the rest of the slab, so the cooktop or sink sits flush with the countertop.
For cooktops, the crew leaves a small gap around the edges to allow for expansion and contraction. They don’t seal the gap, it’s left open so the cooktop can be removed later if needed. For prep sinks, the crew cuts the hole to the exact size of the sink, then sets the sink in place with adhesive. The sink is included in the fabrication work, so you don’t have to buy it separately.
The downside of a cooktop or prep sink in the island is that it limits your countertop space. The crew will tell you how much space you’ll lose during templating, so you can decide if it’s worth it. They also check that the island base is built to handle the weight of the cooktop or sink, since some appliances are heavier than others.
Start by calling the crew to schedule a slab selection visit in Austin. You’ll walk the floor with them to pick the actual piece you want, whether it’s granite, quartzite, quartz, marble, or another material. If you’re flipping or renting, they’ll show you rental-grade options so you don’t pay for a showpiece slab. The crew will give you a straight quote in writing, including dates for templating and installation.
Once you pick your slab, the crew schedules templating at your Georgetown home. They measure the island in place, mark the overhangs, seams, and cutouts, and check the support for waterfall ends or heavy appliances. Templating takes a few hours, and the crew will tell you what to expect during the process, including any limitations or tradeoffs for your material.
After templating, the crew cuts the slab at the shop, then brings it back to your home for installation. They set the island top in place, secure it to the base, and seal the seams and edges. The whole job is done by the same crew, so there’s no handoffs or miscommunication. If you have questions about overhangs, waterfalls, seams, or cutouts, call them, no marketing froth, just the facts.
$38 per square foot, cut, measure, and install included. Jobs over 1,000 square feet: $30 per square foot.
Sink cutout and sink set are included in the fabrication work. Non standard work is still quoted before work begins. Send the rough square footage and the rooms involved, or call (512) 297-7493 for a straight quote.
Waterfall ends work best with thicker, harder materials like granite, quartzite, or dolomite. Softer materials like marble or some quartz can chip at the edge, especially if the slab is thin. The crew will tell you if your slab is too thin or too soft for a waterfall end during templating. If you’re set on a waterfall, pick a slab that’s at least three centimeters thick and hard enough to handle the weight.
The seam is visible but tight, usually a straight line down the middle of the island. The crew uses epoxy and color-matched filler to blend the seam, but it won’t match the slab exactly. If you want a seamless look, pick a slab that’s long enough for your island, or choose a material like quartz that’s available in larger sizes. The seam is strong, but it’s not invisible.
A cooktop in the island takes up countertop space and limits your storage options underneath. It also adds weight, so the island base must be built to handle it. The crew leaves a gap around the cooktop for expansion, which means you can’t use that space for prep work. If you’re tight on counter space, a cooktop in the island might not be the best choice.
Granite, marble, and some quartzite slabs are porous and need sealing to prevent stains. The crew seals these materials after installation, but it’s not a one-time job, you’ll need to reseal them every one to two years. Quartz, dolomite, and soapstone don’t need sealing, but they have their own tradeoffs, like heat sensitivity or etching from acids.
The crew checks the island base during templating to make sure it’s built to handle the extra weight of a waterfall end. If the base isn’t sturdy enough, they’ll tell you what needs to be reinforced. A waterfall end can add hundreds of pounds to the island, so don’t assume the base is strong enough, let the crew check it before you commit.
Tell us the rooms, the rough square footage and what you have in mind for kitchen island countertops in georgetown. You get a number for the whole job, in writing, before anyone cuts anything.