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Granite & Marble Countertops: Factory-Direct from China
Granite and marble countertops are the two most specified natural stone surfaces in kitchens and bathrooms worldwide. Sourced factory-direct from Phoenix Power Stone's 108,000 sqft facility in Shandong, China, they cost 30-50% less than domestic wholesale while meeting ASTM and EN standards. This guide covers materials, thicknesses, edge profiles, and what to specify in your order.
★ Key Takeaways
- Granite countertops — hardest natural stone (Mohs 6-7), heat resistant to 1,200°F, annual sealing. Best value: G654, Absolute Black, G682 from $45-65/sq ft installed.
- Marble countertops — elegant veining, softer (Mohs 3-4), requires sealing every 6-12 months. Carrara and Calacatta are the classic choices.
- Standard thickness: 2cm (supported runs) and 3cm (islands, overhangs). Cut-to-size fabrication in China includes sink cutouts, faucet holes, and edge profiles.
- Factory-direct savings: FOB Qingdao pricing cuts material costs 30-50% vs domestic wholesale. 15-25 day production, container-load MOQ, batch test reports included.
Granite vs Marble Countertops: Which to Choose
| Feature | Granite | Marble |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness (Mohs) | 6-7 — scratch resistant | 3-4 — scratches more easily |
| Heat Resistance | Up to 1,200°F | Good, but thermal shock risk |
| Acid Etching | Minimal when sealed | Etches from lemon, vinegar, wine |
| Sealing | Annually | Every 6-12 months |
| Appearance | Speckled, consistent | Unique veining, luxurious |
| Best For | Busy kitchens, high traffic | Elegant kitchens, bathrooms |
| FOB Price (2cm slab) | $25-80/m² | $45-400/m² by type |
Countertop Materials We Fabricate
Our Shandong factory cuts and finishes countertops in all popular materials — granite (G654, G682, G684, Absolute Black, Black Galaxy), marble (Carrara, Calacatta, Crema Marfil, Dark Emperador), and engineered quartz. Each piece is cut to your cabinet dimensions with sink cutouts, faucet holes, and edge profiles completed before export. Custom edge options: eased (standard), half bullnose, full bullnose, ogee, and waterfall.
How to Order Countertops from China
- Send your dimensions — cabinet layout, island size, overhang, sink and faucet positions (drawings or photos both work).
- Choose material and finish — polished (standard), honed, or leathered. Reference our material pages for colors.
- Confirm thickness — 2cm for supported runs, 3cm for islands. Thicker costs more but adds durability.
- Approve the cutting plan — we share the fabrication layout before production for your sign-off.
- Ship FOB Qingdao — 15-25 day production, ISPM-15 crates, batch test reports included. Container MOQ: 1 × 20ft.
Countertop Cost Factors
FOB pricing for factory-direct countertops depends on material (granite $25-80/m², marble $45-400/m² by type), thickness (3cm runs ~15-20% above 2cm), edge profile (eased included; bullnose/ogee add $10-30/linear ft), and finish (honed/leathered add $2-15/m²). Installed costs in Western markets — including fabrication, shipping, and installation — typically range $45-120/sq ft for granite and $70-250/sq ft for marble. See our Granite Countertop Cost Guide 2026 for the full breakdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order for countertops from China?
Standard minimum is 1 × 20ft container (approximately 400-500 m² of 2cm slabs, or 30-60 cut countertops depending on size). First-time buyers can start with sample tiles (10×10cm or 30×30cm, free with buyer-paid courier) or a small LCL trial shipment. For project quantities below container load, we can quote LCL with higher per-unit cost.
Can you fabricate countertops with sink cutouts?
Yes. We cut sink openings, faucet holes, and edge profiles in China before export. Send your sink template or dimensions and we include them in the fabrication plan for your approval. This eliminates the risk of onsite cutting damage and reduces your local fabricator's work to installation only.
How do Chinese countertop prices compare to local?
FOB prices from Chinese factories are typically 30-50% below domestic wholesale material costs. A 2cm G654 granite slab at $25-35/m² FOB compares to $40-60/m² wholesale in the US. Adding ocean freight, duties, and installation, total landed and installed cost still lands below local supply for most materials. The trade-off is lead time (6-10 weeks total) and the need for reliable import logistics.
What thickness should I choose?
2cm is the standard for countertops with plywood substrate or supported runs. 3cm is recommended for islands and unsupported overhangs — it's more durable, looks more substantial, and is the industry norm in North America. 3cm adds roughly 15-20% to material cost. For marble, always use 3cm for overhangs due to its lower flexural strength.
Specifications
| Countertop | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit: inch | Unit: cm | Unit: inch | Unit: cm | ||
| Straight section (front – 1/2 b/n) | 99 x 26 x 3/4 | 251 x 66 x 2 | Central island (4 sides b/n) | 84 x 39 x 3/4 | 213 x 99 x 2 |
| End section (front & right b/n) | 99 x 26 x 3/4 | 251 x 66 x 2 | Central island (4 sides b/n) | 78 x 39 x 3/4 | 198 x 99 x 2 |
| End section (front & left b/n) | 99 x 26 x 3/4 | 251 x 66 x 2 | Central island (4 sides b/n) | 78 x 36 x 3/4 | 198 x 91 x 2 |
| Straight section (front b/n) | 99 x 26 x 3/4 | 244 x 66 x 2 | Central island (4 sides b/n) | 78 x 28 x 3/4 | 198 x 71 x 2 |
| End section (front & right b/n) | 99 x 26 x 3/4 | 244 x 66 x 2 | Central island (4 sides b/n) | 60 x 36 x 3/4 | 152 x 91 x 2 |
| End section (front & left b/n) | 99 x 26 x 3/4 | 244 x 66 x 2 | Left L – shape (b/n) | 48 x 26 x 3/4 | 122 x 66 x 2 |
| Straight section (front b/n) | 78 x 26 x 3/4 | 198 x 66 x 2 | Right L – shape (b/n) | 48 x 26 x 3/4 | 122 x 66 x 2 |
| End section (front & right b/n) | 78 x 26 x 3/4 | 198 x 66 x 2 | L- shape (70 st. b/n) | 70 x 26 x 3/4 | 178 x 66 x 2 |
| End section (front & left b/n) | 78 x 26 x 3/4 | 198 x 66 x 2 | L- shape (70 st. + right b/n) | 70 x 26 x 3/4 | 178 x 66 x 2 |
| Peninsular (2 long & 1 short b/n) | 78 x 39 x 3/4 | 198 x 99 x 2 | L- shape (70 st. + left b/n) | 70 x 26 x 3/4 | 178 x 66 x 2 |
| Peninsular (2 long & 1 short b/n) | 78 x 36 x 3/4 | 198 x 91 x 2 | L- shape (st. + right b/n) | 22 x 26 x 3/4 | 56 x 66 x 2 |
| Back Splash | 4 x each top's long | 10 x each top's long | L- shape (st. + left b/n) | 22 x 26 x 3/4 | 56 x 66 x 2 |
| Back Splash | 6.5 x each top's long | 17 x each top's long | L- shape (One corner b/n) | 28 x 28 x 3/4 | 71 x 71 x 2 |
| Edge Profile | |||||
| Eased, Bevel, Bullnose, Ogee, Dupont, and more custom edge profiles available. | |||||
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