Fleet Imports

Samples

Each new container of stone received by Fleet Imports brings unique new design opportunities available for you to choose from. Every color - including the tighter grain materials such as Ubatuba, St. Cecilia, and Butterfly - can vary drastically in both color tones and range of motion. Due to this natural variance, it is highly unlikely that 3x6 or 6x6 pieces will accurately represent the full or current appearance of any stone.

Imagine assembling a 2000 piece jigsaw puzzle. When the puzzle is complete, you have a clear picture of a beautiful image, but from a single piece you can identify nothing. This analogy also holds true for stone samples - a partial piece of a detailed item rarely represents the 'whole picture' accurately. Customers are often dissatisfied with the appearance of their finished countertops if their design decision was based solely on a small, inaccurate sample piece.

The most satisfied customers are those who have made their stone selections from the hundreds of full slabs on display at our facilities. Our indoor showrooms are available weekdays from 8:00-5:00 and Saturdays from 9:00-12:00. Although appointments are not necessary, if you have special requirements, please call ahead to ensure our ability to meet your needs.

Often times our facilities will have samples available, however, these pieces will not represent the actual color tones or range of motion seen on the actual slabs. Chipping of small samples from full slabs is strictly prohibited, as this practice will likely interfere with how the installer can layout the countertop templates. If you require a sample of the specific lot you selected, the installer should chip a piece once they have received the slabs to avoid any unnecessary complications with the installation of your project.

Please review the section of our website entitled "The Selection Process" for more detailed information on how to ensure your experience designing with stone will be both rewarding and enjoyable.