Boardwalk Apartments

Boardwalk Apartments is a high-end multifamily development involving phased unit upgrades across an occupied building footprint. The developer required Pure White Quartz for kitchens and vanities with near-perfect color consistency, mirror-like polish, and precise cut-to-size tolerance for complex island layouts. Phased deliveries had to match installation windows to avoid onsite storage constraints.

Client priorities: precise templating, JIT (just-in-time) delivery, seamless installations, minimal on-site seaming, adherence to US electrical/plumbing cutout positions.

We supplied a low-variation Pure White engineered quartz with a high resin-content (≥7%) and polished finish. The quartz was specified for ANSI standards equivalent (scratch, stain, and thermal shock resistance). Thicknesses were 30 mm for kitchen tops and 20–30 mm for vanities based on design.

• Thickness tolerance: ±0.5 mm

• Edge polish: mirror polish (600–1200 grit sequence)

• Seam appearance: max visible gap 0.5 mm with color-matched epoxy

• Sink cutouts tolerance: ±1.0 mm

• Digital templating: Field teams provided CAD DXF files and 3D templates for islands and complex L-shaped counters.

• CNC cutting & waterjet: Precise sink cutouts, faucet holes, and undermount sink pockets were CNC-routered and waterjet-finished for delicate edges.

• Edge profiling: Eased, mitered and double-bevel profiles were created per unit-level specs.

• Seam trials: Pre-dry seam fitting in the factory for large islands to ensure seam lines matched the veneer flow.

• Resin uniformity checks per slab batch to ensure homogeneous appearance.

• Polish reflectivity test (measured visually and via reflectometer where necessary).

• Dimensional audits — 100% check of critical dimensions before crating.

• Final photographic sign-off for each slab shipped.

Countertops were crated in A-frames lined with high-density foam, corner protectors, and layered cardboard shields. Each crate was labeled with Unit ID (building-floor-unit), orientation arrows, and installation notes. Shipments were scheduled as LCL/FCL based on volume; for Boardwalk, we used 40' HQs with segregated crating by phase.

We aligned with the contractor's installation schedule and provided daily shipping notices and ETA updates. Our logistics team coordinated with the site superintendent for lift plan approvals and offload staging areas. We supplied digital install guides and color-coded crate manifests for flooring crews.

Install teams followed a pre-sequenced plan: dry fitting, seam-gluing by certified installers, caulking and polishing touch-ups. We provided on-call technical support for any onsite adjustments and quick turnaround replacement of any minor damaged pieces (<0.2% occurrence).

Challenge: Discrepancy between as-built and templated measurements in two units.

Solution: Rapid re-templating via local subcontractor; shop-fabricated replacement tops within 7 days; overnighted small parts; communicated with procurement manager to align credits.

Boardwalk's interior finish achieved a clean, contemporary aesthetic with seamless quartz surfaces. Developer feedback emphasized our precision, timely delivery, and the low incidence of onsite adjustments. They recommended our team to other regional developers.