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Anyone who has been through the renovation process knows all about the complexity and plethora of decisions that have to be made just to get to the finished product. From the major choices—which company will be entrusted with your renovation? What changes do you really want to make?—to the little details—how high do you want your backsplash? Which type of sink is best for you?—starting and completing a renovation is a heady and complex task.

Unless you find a company whose track record, experience and expertise precludes you from having to sweat the small stuff, that is.

Thankfully, right in the heart of Edmonton is Bear Surfaces, a proven leader in both quartz and solid surfacing design and construction. Established in 2001, and backed by Formations Inc., Bear Surfaces is Western Canada’s eminent manufacturer and installer of custom designed countertop surfaces. Offering everything under one 13,000 sq. ft. roof, Bear Surfaces eliminates the stress of having to traipse all around the city just to find the right companies to help you make all those pesky little decisions.

And really, while many companies boast about their one-stop-shop business strategy, Bear Surfaces actually delivers on that mantra. From sinks and faucets, to plumbing, installation and countertop replacement, Bear Surfaces actually does offer their clients everything (including a tour of their fabrication facilities…and the kitchen sink!). Their business’ number one focus, in fact, is to supply custom-made, exclusively fabricated surface products to their diverse clientele, to actually offer something for everyone, and to deliver and install their products without stress or frustration.

One of the most stressful decisions facing anyone doing a kitchen or bathroom renovation is what type of countertop to install. Bear Surfaces helps eliminate that stressor by offering three different surface products—quartz, solid surface and soapstone. And, as you can see from the pictures, they are all unique and distinct in look.

Ensuite and Bar
The ensuite and bar countertops are both quartz surfaces. Quartz:

  • is a non-porous, maintenance-free, food-safe and virtually indestructible surface
  • comes with a 10-year warranty
  • is offered in a large variety of colors




    Laundry Room
    The laundry room’s countertop is made from solid surface. Solid surface:

  • is softer and warmer than stone
  • is non-porous
  • comes with a 10-year warranty
  • is offered in an extensive array of color




    Kitchen
    Soapstone is the product used in the kitchen here. Soapstone:

  • is durable and long-lasting
  • has stunning eye-appeal
  • is a natural product with beautiful veining
  • requires some maintenance






    Each of the pictured countertops was manufactured right in Bear Surfaces’ Edmonton facilities. With the use of their Speed 3 CNC Machine, their fabrication abilities are second-to-none. Having the technology and know-how to create custom-made and finely detailed surfaces separates Bear Surfaces from most other companies. Instead of sending the dimensions and product information away to specific manufacturers—out of sight, always in mind!—, they control the entire process.

    This fits in perfectly with their hands-on approach to countertop renovations. From quoting and measuring, to fabricating and the final installation, they do everything they can to produce a first-class product while keeping the renovation process as stress-free as possible.

    Their commitment to first-class production is enhanced by their memberships with the ISSFA (International Solid Surface Fabricators Association), and the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association). They are dedicated to the principles set forth by both organizations, and are committed to delivering the highest quality products that meet and surpass industry standards in matters like heat resistances, thermal expansion, flexural strength, hardness and impact resistance.

    For more information about Bear Surfaces, you can contact them at 413-5965, or check them out online.

    If you can’t wait to see their facilities (ask for a tour; the process will blow you away), you can stop by their stunning showroom and fabrication facilities at 12226 142 Street.



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