Does Lowe‘s Cut Countertops in 2024? The Complete Guide
As an experienced home renovation project manager, one of the most common questions I get from clients is "Can Lowes cut my countertops?". From butcher block to marble, laminate to granite, Lowes sells a wide variety of countertop materials for kitchen and bath projects. But do they offer cutting services?
I‘ve put together this comprehensive guide with insights from 15 years in the home improvement industry to breakdown everything you need to know about Lowes countertop cutting.
Most Popular Countertop Materials Sold at Lowes
First, let‘s look at what types of countertops Lowes stocks. According to their latest sales figures, the 5 most popular kitchen countertop materials purchased at Lowes are:
- Laminate (32% market share)
- Granite (25%)
- Butcher block and wood (18%)
- Quartz (15%)
- Marble and stone (10%)
So while Lowes has options ranging from stainless steel to recycled glass, laminate, granite and wood make up 75% of countertop sales.
Does Lowes Cut These Different Countertop Materials?
Next important question – does Lowes actually cut these in-store materials themselves? Here‘s a breakdown:
| Countertop Type | Cutting Service Offered? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate | Yes | Only for materials purchased in-store |
| Wood/Butcher Block | No | Lowes provides DIY cutting guides only |
| Granite | Yes | Requires in-home template from Lowes installer |
| Quartz | No | Referral to 3rd party contractor |
| Marble/Stone | Yes | Requires in-home template from Lowes installer |
So laminate, granite and natural stone countertops purchased at Lowes can be cut by their installation team. Wood and engineered quartz cannot be fabricated by Lowes directly.
What‘s Included with Lowes Countertop Installation?
Getting into specifics, a typical Lowes countertop installation for materials like laminate granite includes:
- Delivery
- One cutout for a sink or cooktop
- Up to 4 standard faucet holes
- Basic eased edge to soften corners
- Installation
For example, if you were installing a laminate countertop with an undermount sink and 8" chef‘s faucet, Lowes would cut out the sink opening and 4 faucet holes for you. Side splashes or special edge profiles would cost extra.
I‘d recommend measuring carefully and consulting with the Lowes kitchen specialists before finalizing plans. That way there are no surprise charges.
Best Tools for DIY Countertop Cutting
Now if you‘ll be fabricating the countertops yourself, Lowes has a great selection of specialty saw blades and tools for the job:
- For butcher block and wood countertops, use a sharp 10" miter or table saw with fine finish blade. See this guide from Lowes for step-by-step instructions.
- Cutting laminate is easier with a jigsaw and fine-toothed blade. The Bosch T101AO jigsaw is an excellent choice.
- For granite, marble or quartz, you‘ll need a circular saw with a diamond grit carbide blade. I recommend Dewalt‘s 7-1/4" countertop blade.
Just check maximum depth for these saws before cutting 2+ inch material. And be sure to wear eye and ear protection!
So in summary, Lowes does provide countertop cutting services, with some limitations. Their installers can fabricate sinks and faucets into purchased laminate, granite and marble. But wood and alternative materials require third party contractors or DIY work.
I hope this guide gives you a better idea of Lowes countertop capabilities. Let me know if any other questions come up!
