Moodboard of quartzite, marble, porcelain, oak and brass samples on a stone table

Stone & tile

A natural stone and tile showroom for Los Angeles homes

NOVAHAUS is a natural stone and tile showroom in Glendale serving Los Angeles homes. We help you choose Brazilian stone — led by Taj Mahal quartzite — contemporary tile and the right worktop, side by side with the kitchen fronts and floors they will live with.

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01Surfaces

Why a natural stone and tile showroom beats a sample box

A two-inch chip cannot tell you how a slab moves. Veining that looks quiet in a sample can run across a 10-foot island like a river, and a tile that reads warm in a catalog can turn gray under cool LED light. Surfaces are the largest, most light-catching planes in a kitchen or bathroom, so we encourage choosing them at full scale, next to the cabinet fronts and floors they will sit beside.

Our focus is natural Brazilian stone. Taj Mahal quartzite — a warm white with soft gold and taupe veining — is a stone we often recommend because it suits both oak and dark matte-lacquer kitchens. Our natural stone section explains the other families, from quartzite to marble and granite, in plain language.

Alongside stone we show contemporary porcelain tile for floors, walls, showers and backsplashes, so a bathroom or kitchen can be planned as one palette rather than a set of separate purchases. Natural slabs are individual and availability changes constantly; tell us the character you are drawn to and book a consultation — we check what is available now.

02Palette

Stone characters we design with

Six directions, from warm to graphic. Each one behaves differently next to wood, lacquer and brass.

  • Taj Mahal
  • Calacatta
  • Nero Marquina
  • Travertine
  • Terrazzo
  • Concrete look
Taj Mahal
Brazilian quartzite — warm white, soft gold veins
Calacatta
Bright white with bold gray veining
Nero Marquina
Black ground with fine white veins
Travertine
Soft, linear, warm beige
Terrazzo
Aggregate chips for playful floors and tops
Concrete look
Matte, mineral and understated
Dark glass-front kitchen with stone backsplash and dining area
Nolte Küchen design

03Three families

Stone, worktops and tile — one conversation

Natural stone is about the individual slab: its veining, its finish and where the strongest movement falls. Worktops are about performance — how a surface handles heat, lemons, red wine and a busy family — and our kitchen countertops guide compares quartzite, marble, granite, engineered quartz and porcelain side by side. Tile is about rhythm: format, joint width and how light grazes across the wall.

We plan all three together because they meet at the same lines: the worktop edge, the backsplash, the floor transition at the island. Getting those junctions right is what makes a room feel designed rather than assembled.

04Worktop details

The decisions that make a stone worktop

Choosing the stone is only the first step. These details decide how it looks and performs in your kitchen or bathroom.

  • Thickness and edges

    Slim ¾ in (2 cm) tops look light and modern; 1¼ in (3 cm) or mitered edges give an island more presence.

  • Waterfall ends

    Stone that turns down the side of an island, with the veining continuing around the corner.

  • Vein placement

    Deciding where the strongest movement falls — over the sink, across the island, up the backsplash.

  • Surface finish

    Polished for depth and reflection, honed for a soft matte look, leathered for texture and grip.

  • Sealing and care

    Natural stone is porous to different degrees; the right sealer and pH-neutral cleaning keep it beautiful.

  • Coordinated fabrication

    Templating, cut-outs and installation sequenced with your cabinets so the top fits as planned.

05Your appointment

What to bring to a surfaces consultation

Floor plan
A sketch with wall lengths, window and door positions — or your architect's drawings
Cabinet direction
Front colors or a Nolte kitchen saved from the 3D configurator
Flooring
A sample or photo of the floor the stone and tile will meet
Light
Photos of the room at midday and in the evening; orientation of the main window
Appliances
Cooktop, sink and faucet choices — they decide cut-outs and edge details
Budget and timing
A comfortable range and your target move-in date, so we plan in the right order

06Process

Planning the whole room's palette

  1. 01

    Fix the anchors

    Cabinet fronts and the floor come first; they set the color temperature every surface must work with.

  2. 02

    Choose the stone character

    Compare stone looks under daylight and warm LED light, next to your fronts and floor sample.

  3. 03

    Build the tile palette

    Backsplash, bathroom walls and floors are chosen against the stone, so junctions meet on clean lines.

  4. 04

    Confirm and coordinate

    We check current availability; fabrication and installation can be coordinated with vetted professionals.

FAQ

Questions, answered

Still deciding? Call +1 (213) 776-0000 or send us your plan.

When should I choose stone and tile in a kitchen project?
Choose the stone character while the cabinets are being designed, so cut-outs and overhangs are planned; the worktop is templated after the cabinets are set, and tile is chosen last against both.
Quartzite or marble — which is better for a kitchen?
True quartzite is much harder than marble and resists scratching and acid etching, which makes it popular for busy kitchens. Marble develops a soft patina over time that some people love. Ask us to show you how each behaves before you decide.
Do you stock marble, granite or engineered quartz?
Our focus is natural Brazilian stone and contemporary tile. For marble, granite, engineered quartz and porcelain worktops we give independent design advice, and we confirm availability when we quote your project.
How do I care for a natural stone worktop?
Wipe spills promptly, clean with a pH-neutral stone cleaner and reseal on the schedule your stone and finish call for; our natural stone page explains how to check. Avoid vinegar and other acidic cleaners on marble, limestone and travertine.
Can I match my backsplash to my worktop?
Yes. Running the worktop stone up the wall is one of the most striking options in a modern kitchen. Alternatively, a quiet backsplash tile lets a dramatic slab take the lead.
Where can I see your stone and tile in person?
Visit our Glendale showroom at 614 W. Colorado Street, open seven days a week, to compare stone looks and tile with kitchen fronts and flooring. Ask our team about current slab availability before you come.

Showroom

Visit us in Glendale

See Nolte kitchens, bathroom vanities, flooring, tile and stone side by side — and plan with a designer.

614 W. Colorado Street
Glendale, CA 91204

Monday – Friday
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm

+1 (213) 776-0000