How to Roughly Measure Your Kitchen for Stone Surfaces

How to Roughly Measure Your

Kitchen for Stone Surfaces

You don’t need blueprints or software to take the first step toward your dream kitchen. Just a tape measure, a few notes, and this simple guide.

Rough measurements give our team a head start, helping you get a faster, more accurate estimate before your showroom visit. It’s not about precision (yet). It’s about clarity and confidence.

What You’ll Need

Before you begin, gather a few basics; no special tools, apps, or design software required. Just simple, clear measurements.

(or laser measurer, if available)

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(optional, for upper cabinet or backsplash height)

to snap a few reference photos

Clear is better than perfect. We’ll handle the precision from here.

The Areas to Measure

Before your stone can be crafted, we need to understand the space it will shape. Here’s how to take rough measurements of the key zones in your kitchen.

Perimeter Countertops

These are the countertops that run along the wall, often where your sink or cooktop sits.

How to Measure:

Measure the length of each countertop section from wall to edge. Use inches and round up slightly.
Then measure the depth from the back wall to the front edge of the countertop. Standard depth is about 25.5 inches, but measure yours to be sure.
Make a note (on your sketch) of where your sink, cooktop, or any appliance cutouts are located along the run.

Example

“Left of sink = 58”, Right of sink = 48”, Total = 106”, Depth = 25.5”

Kitchen Island

This is the standalone centerpiece in many kitchens, and often a space for creativity.

How to Measure:

Measure length × width of the countertop surface (don’t include cabinets, just the stone area).
If the island has an overhang for seating, measure how far that overhang extends beyond the cabinet.
If the island has waterfall edges (stone that runs down the sides), measure the height from countertop to floor on each side.

Example

Island = 84” L × 42” W. Overhang = 12”. Waterfall = 36” high, both sides.

Backsplash Area

A stone backsplash can be subtle or dramatic; either way, we’ll need dimensions.

How to Measure:

Measure the height of the backsplash from the countertop up (either 4” standard or full height up to the cabinets).
Measure the length of each wall section that will have a backsplash.

Example

4” high × 100” length behind sink; 18” high × 36” behind stove.

Raised Bars, Overhangs, and Extras

If your kitchen has design features like a bar-height counter, overhangs, or shelves, those need to be measured too.

What to Do:

Measure top surface (length × width).
Measure any height differences (for example, bar height = 42” vs. countertop = 36”).
Note any unique edge or shape.

Example

Raised bar = 60” × 14”, height = 42”.

Wall Interruptions or Obstructions

Mark anything that could affect the flow or shape of the countertop:

What to Do:

Windows above the counter
Doorways nearby
Refrigerator, range, or dishwasher location
Power outlets or switches on the backsplash

A few final notes to help your rough plan work harder:

It’s the simplest way to catch mistakes.

Our laser tools will fine-tune every detail during the site visit.

Even a messy sketch can be crystal clear with a few labels.

Perfection isn’t the goal; clarity is. We’ll handle the precision.

How to Sketch Your Kitchen Layout

You don’t need to be a designer, just draw what you see from a bird’s-eye view.

Follow These Simple Steps:

Draw rectangles for each section of countertop: perimeter, island, raised bar, whatever applies.

Mark where the sink, stove, dishwasher, or fridge goes. Use initials if you want (S = Sink, DW = Dishwasher, etc.).

Use arrows to indicate length and depth. Write in inches. Don’t stress about being perfect. We’ll double-check everything later with our laser tools.

Snap a photo of your sketch and your kitchen. This gives us visual context and helps us offer more accurate options.

What Happens After You Measure

Your hand-drawn plan gives us just enough to begin shaping your estimate, and to prepare for the next step: precision by design.
When you’re ready to move forward, our team visits your home to complete laser-accurate measurements.
Before you begin, gather a few basics; no special tools, apps, or design software required. Just simple, clear measurements.

You’ll preview exactly how your stone will be placed in your space.

We align natural patterns for visual flow across seams, edges, and corners.

You’ll see and approve where seams will fall, ensuring they’re discreet and intentional.

Finalize the finishing touches that define the silhouette of your stonework.

This isn’t just measuring. It’s designing with precision, and with you involved every step of the way.

Ready to turn your sketch into stone?

Reserve your [private showroom experience], or [request a ballpark estimate] based on your layout to begin shaping your space.

How to Roughly Measure Your Kitchen for Stone Surfaces