Laundry Room Countertops in Charleston, SC

A laundry room countertop gives you the perfect place to fold clothes and keep detergent and laundry bags off the floor. It turns a daily chore into a functional laundry space. Most of our projects fall into two layouts.

A stone washer dryer countertop over side-by-side machines turns dead space into a long folding counter. Stone is heavy, so it usually sits on a supporting frame screwed into the studs, and the top can float above the machines. We plan the height and depth so the washing machine and dryer can slide out for service and the top stays clear of vibration.

With base cabinets, the top can hold an undermount sink and a backsplash, with storage underneath for detergent, laundry bags and cleaning supplies. Our featured project has a matte stone top with an integrated sink and a full-height backsplash over blue cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. We cut the sink and faucet openings to your template, and a licensed plumber connects the water lines.

A laundry room deals with water, detergent spills, products that treat stains and a hot iron. The right stone depends on how you use the room and how much care you want to give it.

Many homeowners start with a DIY wooden top made from plywood, oak lumber or butcher block. It is easy to install, but wood can swell and stain from spills. Laminate and solid surface cost less but scratch more easily. Stone is more durable and resistant to water, so we fabricate granite, marble, quartzite and quartz. Here is how they compare.

Granite is a natural stone that handles heat and everyday scratches well. A hot iron or a heavy basket will not bother a sealed granite top.

The speckled and veined patterns hide small spots, which helps in a room full of detergent and stain sprays. Every slab looks different, so your counter will not match anyone else's.

Granite is porous, so it needs a sealer. How often depends on the stone and the product, and we tell you what your slab needs.

Marble brings a soft, classic look to a laundry room, and its smooth surface feels great under folded clothes.

It is also more delicate and porous than granite. Acidic cleaners, bleach and some stain removers can etch or mark the surface, so marble needs sealing and quick cleanup of spills.

If you love the look but want less upkeep, ask about a honed finish, which hides light etching better than a polished one.

Quartzite is a natural stone that is harder than granite and resists scratches very well. It suits a laundry room that doubles as a mudroom or a craft space.

Many quartzite slabs show soft veining that looks like marble. Quartzite still needs a sealer, and it often costs more than granite, so we help you compare slabs and prices.

Quartz is an engineered stone, not a natural one. It is non-porous and usually needs no sealing, so detergent and fabric softener spills wipe away with soap and water.

This makes quartz a low maintenance, easy to clean choice for laundry care, and many homeowners match it to their kitchen. Use a trivet under a hot iron, since heat can mark the resin. See more colors on our quartz countertops page.

Planning a laundry room makeover or a quick refresh in Charleston? Here is how we take your project from the first call to the finished counter.

Consultation. Tell us how you use the room, what machines you have and what look you want. We explain the pros and cons of each stone, even if you are new to stone countertops, and help you select one that fits your budget.
We also ask about a sink, a backsplash, a shelf, an organizer, lighting above the counter or a spot for clothes to dry, so the plan covers the whole wall.

Measurement. We measure the room, the washer and dryer, the cabinets and the walls. We check whether the walls are straight and where the studs, outlets and water lines are.

For a top over machines, we note the appliance height, the door swing and the space the machines need to move. These numbers decide the counter height and the support you need.

Fabrication. We cut your countertop in our own workshop from the approved template. That includes openings for a sink and faucet, the edge profile and any backsplash pieces.

Small laundry tops can often be cut from a remnant, a leftover piece from a larger slab. That can save you money and still give you real stone.

Installation. Our team installs the support frame when the job needs one, sets the countertop and seals natural stone when needed.
We check that the top is level and that the machines still slide in and out. We clean up before we leave.

A supporting frame over a washer and dryer starts from about $1,200. A standard small laundry countertop starts from about $1,400 with material. Your estimate lists the stone, the frame, cutouts, delivery and installation, and we confirm in writing who handles plumbing and electrical work.

A standard laundry cabinet is 24 inches deep and about 34.5 inches tall, so a top on base cabinets sits near 36 inches. Over front load machines, the counter sits an inch or two above the tallest one, and the machines and their hoses set the depth.

A straight top over two machines, an L-shape that wraps into a folding corner or a narrow shelf beside a stacked unit all start with an exact template. We also plan cutouts around pipes, vents and outlets.

Not sure what your room can hold? Send us photos and rough measurements, and we suggest laundry room countertop ideas that fit. You can also browse all our countertops for ideas.

Here is what you get when you work with us.

• One team. We measure, fabricate and install, so you deal with one company from start to finish.
• A plan for heavy stone. A solid frame is essential, so we design it and the counter height around your machines.
• Smart use of remnants. For small tops, we look for a matching remnant first to keep the cost down.
• A clear estimate. We aim to send your estimate within 24 hours of receiving your plans or measurements.

Choose us for a laundry room countertop that is built for washing clothes every day. Request your estimate today.