Amsum & Ash: Distributors of granite, marble, slate, quartzite, limestone, sandstone, natural, mosaic, tumbled stones

The Twin Cities Best and Largest Stone Selection Center

Your countertop/vanity project:

Before the start of your stone project contact a local fabricator. They will come to your home or project site to measure, create a draft/drawing and quote your natural stone countertop or bathroom vanity project.

Amsum & Ash works with nearly 200 fabricators in the 5 neighboring state region. We can usually ship with 24-48 hours upon receipt of a purchase order from your fabricator. The following information is an example of what is gathered for most if not all granite countertop estimates:

Lay-out drawing of countertop surface
Linear inches of edge profiling
Linear inches of polished backsplash edging
Quantity of holes to be drilled
Quantity of polished/unpolished cutouts
Edge profiles (to be done with your fabricator – list of examples are below)
Full, Demi or Half Bullnose
Eased or Ogee Edge
45degree Bevel

Choosing natural stone for countertops or vanities can be as simple as picking out your favorite music or as challenging as picking a shade of paint for a new wall. Some natural stone colors have limited variation and are able to be selected from smaller granite samples. Others natural stone colors you may consider viewing the full slab because of slight or extreme shade variations within the stone slab.

Other things to consider:

Edge profiles (to be done with your fabricator – list of examples are below)

Full, Demi or Half Bullnose
Eased or Ogee Edge
45degree Bevel

To select your natural stone visit the Amsum & Ash showroom in Minneapolis, MN.

Showroom hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	9am to 5pm
Thursday	9am to 6:30pm
Friday	9am to 5pm
Saturday	9am to 2pm
Sunday & Holidays	CLOSED

More online information is also available at the Marble Institute of America. Please link to: http://www.marble-institute.com/

Will I be able to view every stone slab at Amsum & Ash?

No, customers are able to view a representative from each of the different blocks of stone, please contact an Amsum & Ash staff member for more details.

How do I reserve my stone slabs?

After you have made your final selection, we will fill out a selection form and reserve your stone slabs for 30 days. After 30 days, the slabs can only be secured with a purchase order from your fabricator.

Can I buy my stone slabs from Amsum & Ash?

No, we are strictly wholesalers and only sell to the trade. Our products can be purchased from any fabricator of your choosing. Pricing requests should be directed to your selected fabricator.

What do I do if I do not have a fabricator?

Your stone slabs will be held for 10 days. Amsum & Ash works with over 200 fabricators in the greater Midwest. One can be recommended to you based on your needs/priorities.

Who do I talk to about delivery?

Amsum & Ash will make arrangements to deliver your stone slabs to your selected fabricator.

How do I care for my stone once I get it home?
Always clean up spills immediately to prevent stains and spots.
Use a cleaner rated for natural stone such as Counter Kleen from Miracle Sealants, or a few drops of a neutral cleanser diluted in water. Any product that is not pH balanced can etch or dull the surface.
Avoid abrasive products such as dry cleansers, scouring powders of ‘soft’ cleansers.
Reseal the stone annually to prevent stains and water spots. Hint: Sprinkle water on the surface; if the water does not bead it is time to seal again.
If a stain does occur, there are products available that can lessen the appearance if not remove the stain completely. Visit www.miraclesealants.com or www.marble-institute.com for details on how to remove your own stains, or contact a professional within the trade for more information.
Use coasters under all glassware, particularly if it contains alcohol or citrus.

Where can I purchase the Stone Care Products?

Amsum & Ash recommends products by Miracle Sealants for your stone care needs. Please visit www.miraclesealants.com for more information, or contact an Amsum & Ash associate.

Who do I contact if I have problems?

Please contact your fabricator immediately if you have any concerns.