Maryland Heights, MO

The group was impressed as they viewed over 1,200 unique slabs of granite and marble in the spacious showroom

St. Louis, MO - Members of a local real estate investors association recently toured the new Rock Tops Granite showroom in Missouri. They were looking for kitchen remodeling tips to be used for some of their investment property. One of the group said, "We need to be diverse in selecting materials for remodeling, depending on the neighborhoods the properties are located in. The finished job should be comparable to other homes in the area. "

The investors were amazed at the many different slabs of granite and marble they viewed. Bob explained, "Unlike synthetic products, granite and marble are products of nature; therefore, each slab is created unique. This product cannot easily be duplicated with any synthetic like corian or silestone."

Bob also showed the group stone processing equipment, explaining, "We use the latest in technology, computer numerically controlled, for perfect measuring and cutting and a perfect polished edge. These machines are very expensive, but they save a lot of labor hours, without leaving imperfect, wavy edges, bad seams and a poor finish."

Bob explained the advantages of granite or marble countertops, including strength, durability and resistance to heat and scratching. "If someone should place a hot pan directly onto the surface, it shouldn't do any damage," said Bob. "However, I don't recommend making this a habit; granite is very durable and resistant under normal use."

The group was surprised that there was so much to be said about natural stone countertops. They learned about the wide variety available and how to properly care for and maintain the stone. One investor shook Bob's hand as he thanked him for the tour, "I'm sure I'll be back; I have a kitchen to remodel and I got some pretty good ideas here this afternoon."

Rock Tops Granite specializes in fabricating and installing granite and marble countertops. They have installed over 10,000 countertops in 2008 alone, and are expanding their business and plan to open several new locations in the US during the next year. Their use of modern technology combined with old world stone craftsmanship is what sets them apart from other granite and marble fabricating companies. Charlie encourages people to visit a showroom to see over 1,200 full slabs of granite and other products available and to learn more about the technology of cutting and polishing the stone to perfection. Visit http://www.rocktopsgranite.com to learn more and to locate a showroom in your area.

Jack Feasel, Field Measurer

11550 Page Service Dr; Ste 300

Maryland Heights, MO 63146

Phone: 314-993-8300

Email: jackf@rocktopsgranite.com

Rock Tops Granite Showroom presents a FREE Workshop Presentation, open to the public; all are welcome to attend this special event to learn:

• How to select the right granite slab for your custom granite countertop
• Features of granite - about colors and textures, strength and durability, beauty and elegance
• All about care and maintenance of your new granite countertop
• All questions answered at this free workshop for consumers

Thursday evening, December 4, 2008, at 6pm

Saturday afternoon, December 6, 2008, at 1pm

Many of our customers have described the viewing of the stone in our showroom "like going to a fine art gallery." Let Rock Tops Granite bring Mother Nature's Art Gallery into your home.

These one-hour workshops will be held at Rock Tops Granite showroom in Maryland Heights, Missouri. Visit our website at http://www.rocktopsgranite.com Contact for details:

Contact:

Erica Robinson, Office Manager

11550 Page Service Dr; Ste 300

Maryland Heights, MO 63146

Phone: 314-993-8300

Email: ericarobinson@rocktopsgranite.com

Rock Tops Granite Representatives will give a one-hour presentation, in their showroom, to provide consumers with tips on selecting and maintaining granite kitchen countertops

St. Louis, Mo - Charlie Thiede, president of Rock Tops Granite, knows how important it is for consumers to make an informed decision as to the selection of their kitchen countertop material. Charlie provides workshops that are open to the public and designed to offer guidance on selecting a granite slab for their countertop and on how to care and maintain the granite after it is installed. The one-hour workshops will be offered on Thursday evening at 6:00pm and Saturday afternoon at 1:00pm, December 4^th and December 6^th.

At a recent workshop at the Maryland Heights showroom, Charlie explained, "We have a very large variety of over 400 unique slabs of granite, in different colors and textures. We offer our customers tips on selecting the right piece for their kitchen, as we help them narrow down their choice according to certain characteristics."

Charlie also covered care and maintenance of granite countertops. Charlie said, "Granite is among the most durable of materials for kitchen countertop use. It is heat, stain and scratch resistant; however, it does require some care to maintain its quality and good looks. When you invest in long-lasting quality, you do not intend to make any changes in the near future."

Rock Tops Granite specializes in fabricating and installing granite and marble countertops. They have installed over 10,000 countertops in 2008 alone, and are expanding their business and plan to open several new locations in the US during the next year. Their use of advanced technology is what sets them apart from other granite and marble fabricating companies. Rock Tops recently opened a showroom in Maryland Heights, Missouri, serving the St. Louis County area. Visit http://www.rocktopsgranite.com to learn more.

The workshops scheduled for December 4^th and December 6^th will be at the new Rock Tops Granite Showroom.

Contact:

Jack Feasel, Field Measurer

11550 Page Service Dr; Ste 300

Maryland Heights, MO 63146

Phone: 314-993-8300

Email: jackf@rocktopsgranite.com

This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC

Rock Tops Granite is among the nation's fastest growing companies; one of their newest stores, recently opened in St. Louis County, is doing well

Maryland Heights, MO - Rock Tops Granite, founded in 2000, began as a supplier to large home improvement stores. Now, they are recognized as one of the nations fastest growing companies as they have shifted their focus to the retail market in 2003. One of their most recently opened stores, in Maryland Heights, Missouri, has reported a great start in the business.

President, Robert "Charlie" Thiede, was recently interviewed and he said, "I credit the company's growth to a new marketing plan and the use of new high-tech equipment. Since Robert Gasiorowski joined Rock Tops as a partner in 2002, we have crafted a plan to shift from big-box retailers to homeowners. We have invested in advanced stone-processing equipment and measuring devices to make Rock Tops an industry leader in production and quality."

The advanced technology of the latest stone processing equipment has provided the ability to cut and shape the edge of the stone quickly and accurately, saving time and money on labor hours. Charlie explained, "We can produce custom countertops with a perfectly finished edge quickly and efficiently, saving thousands of dollars on labor; therefore, we are able to pass this savings onto our customers to produce quality products at a lower cost."

Technology is just one reason Rock Tops stands out from other companies. They are also known for being a great company to work for. Rock Tops has been acknowledged as a company who attracts a skilled, diverse workforce with their extensive benefit package and open door policy to address employees' concerns.

The public is invited to tour the new showroom to see hundreds of unique slabs of granite. Customer service representatives are available 7 days a week to show consumers around and answer questions they may have about custom granite countertops.

Rock Tops Granite specializes in fabricating and installing granite and marble countertops. Rock Tops serves the Greater St. Louis, Missouri area including Maryland Heights, Florissant, Ferguson, St. Ann, Overland, Chesterfield, Ballwin, Kirkwood, Wildwood, Fenton, Eureka and neighboring cities and communities. This fast growing company, offering hundreds of new jobs, is what our economy needs right now. Visit their website at http://www.rocktopsgranite.com to learn more.

Contact:

Jack Feasel, Field Measurer

11550 Page Service Dr; Ste 300

Maryland Heights, MO 63146

Phone: 314-993-8300

Email: jackf@rocktopsgranite.com