Granite Transformations is fast becoming a well-known franchise around the globe. In North America, we formed a company called Rocksolid Granit USA Inc. to sell franchises. We also own Rocksolid Granit EU Ltd in Europe and Rocksolid Granit AU Ltd Pty which owns 51% of Granite Transformations Australia, the country where it all began. Rocksolid Granite USA Inc, has been influenced by the original concept from Australia and most recently by the majority owner and Italian manufacturer, Trend SpA.
Our Italian influence comes from Trend SpA, one of the premier engineered stone, tile and glass manufacturers in the world. Trend SpA’s facility in Vivaro, Italy along with Trend USA Inc. and a new factory in Sebring, Florida all represent the source for our unique product lines. Trend USA Inc. is the managing partner in this venture and as supplier and majority owner, they are very motivated for Granite Transformations to succeed.
In 2004, the Company ventured into the United Kingdom and is now in Wales, Ireland, and England while Granite Transformations Australia has ventured into South Africa. You can see from the store listings by country on our website the extent of our worldwide network – and we continue to add new franchisees at a steady but controlled rate.
The Company’s core product line is trademarked as Trend Stone. These slabs are granite and a special polymer that provides greater strength and durability than regular granite. The slabs are heat, stain and scratch resistant, essentially maintenance free, and are warranted by the Company. Since we are always looking toward the future of the market, we’ve also introduced Trend Glass, Trend Mosaics, Floor Tiles and Cabinet Refacing. Trend Glass is a unique combination of quartz, stone and recycled glass, finished with a diamond polished surface. The beautiful Trend Mosaic glass tiles come already mounted and pre-grouted on large slabs, making their installation amazingly easy. These additions to our product line have brought a new array of color and design effects to our showrooms – but with the same qualities and warranty as Trend Stone.
These products are the real reason for our remarkable growth. Because each slab is strong and durable enough to be manufactured in a very thin ¼ inch thickness, we can fabricate a countertop that fits over an existing surface. The result is a beautiful makeover without the time, expense or mess of demolition.