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In-Stock vs. Supplier-Selected Countertops: Two Ways to Choose

Tejas Wordsmith · June 23, 2025

Browsing stone slabs and remnants in TNT’s selection yard

Two Ways to Choose

Those who have visited our showroom and yard in Norman know we have extensive stone onsite. Our showroom has many varieties of samples to mix and match on a huge countertop under crisp white lighting. Outside of our shop, there is a vast array of actual slabs and remnants to see and touch. So what is the difference between the samples inside and the slabs outside? It all comes down to client choice!

In-Stock Options

Some want to know the exact piece of stone they will be receiving, how it looks in natural light, or prefer to pick based on size. This is usually the group which chooses stone which TNT stocks. Another aspect of this option is billing. After selecting a stone stocked onsite, the project is then billed by the square footage for the material and labor to fabricate and install.

Supplier Selections

When a slab is decided upon from a sample, billing is handled a bit differently. Deciding upon a sample means hand selecting from a supplier; the next step is then ordering from that seller. With this type of ordering, the entire slab is billed to the project. Then, the labor to fabricate and install is billed by the square footage.

Having Trouble Deciding?

We understand! Here are some tips to help:

  • Identify Your Countertop Needs & Wants
  • Research Online
  • Ask Friends for Recommendations
  • Check Reviews of Local Countertop Businesses
  • Value Professional Communication

Visiting the TNT showroom and yard at 2360 Industrial Blvd in Norman, OK are also great ways to see what you are naturally drawn to, and what you can immediately eliminate! Stop by anytime or make an appointment. We are happy to talk through the process with you, and get your project off and running!

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