The kitchen cabinet maker recommended Ripano as he had worked with them many times over the years. The salesperson at Ripano picked out a stone right away that she thought that i would like with my cabinets and she was right. (though I did look through the entire inventory. ) She even looked at my choice of backsplash and made recommendations. Ripano came as scheduled, explained the care of the stone and left a beautiful granite counter when they left. All staff were helpful and professional.