German engineered, pre-manufactured countertops vs. locally made. What to know before you make your final purchase. Quartz, granite, marble, soapstone? When it’s time to remodel your kitchen, there are factors to consider besides the final choice of material. We cover how to choose the right countertop material for your kitchen in a separate blog post but in the meantime, let’s explore two considerations. Lead Time vs. Downtime Lead Time When you hear ‘German engineered count