Surface Center Interiors

What Surface Center Interiors does

Surface Center Interiors (SCI) is a privately held countertop fabrication and installation company headquartered in Shawnee, Kansas, serving residential homeowners and commercial construction professionals across the Kansas City metropolitan area and surrounding Kansas and Missouri communities. The company operates a vertically integrated service model spanning consultative showroom sales, on-site templating, in-house CNC fabrication and edge finishing, and professional installation crews, with an advertised turnaround of as little as seven days and a 6,000 sq. ft. climate-controlled showroom displaying over 90 granite, quartz, and solid surface color options.

SCI's core product portfolio spans four material categories: natural stone (granite, marble, quartzite, soapstone), engineered quartz, solid surface (Corian, Samsung Staron, LG Hausys Hi-Macs, Wilsonart), and complementary sinks (stainless, Kohler Cairn Neoroc composite, porcelain, Corian). Pricing is unit-based, with program materials priced by usable square foot organized into multiple price groups and special-order materials priced by slab or sheet; full project quotes bundle material, fabrication, edge profiles, cutouts, sink installation, and optional tear-out. The company holds Cambria Premier Partner status and supplements its core line with remnant inventory and slab/sheet overstock specials sold at discounted prices.

SCI monetizes primarily through one-time project-based transactions rather than recurring contracts. Its go-to-market is sales-led and field-based, with consultative showroom appointments, an instant online quote tool, and an AI-powered Kitchen Visualizer that allows customers to upload photos of their own kitchens to preview countertop options. Distribution is regionally direct: a single Shawnee facility supports both walk-in retail customers and on-site commercial project work, supplemented by multi-brand supplier partnerships and coordination with local plumbing/electrical subcontractors for full-project delivery.

Name

Surface Center Interiors

Legal name

Surface Center Interiors

Website

https://sci-surfaces.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Surface Center Interiors is a Kansas City-area countertop fabricator and installer serving residential homeowners and commercial construction professionals with granite, quartz, and solid surface products through a vertically integrated showroom-to-installation model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Countertop Fabrication Services

NAICS

Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing (33711), Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing (337110), Home Furnishings Retailers (44912)

SIC

Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Countertop Fabrication & Installation (Stone/Quartz/Solid Surface) (HSAPAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Kitchen & Bath Countertops (Stone/Quartz/Solid Surface) Showrooms (CRAIAFAF)

Keywords

• Custom countertop fabrication
• Stone countertop installation
• Granite and quartz surfaces
• Solid surface countertops
• Kitchen remodeling services

Headquarters

HQ city

Shawnee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Countertop Material Sales: Sale of granite, quartz, solid surface, marble, quartzite, and soapstone countertop materials. Program materials sold by usable square foot; special order materials priced by the slab or sheet.
2. Custom Fabrication Services: Custom cutting, edge finishing, and fabrication of countertop materials to customer specifications in their fabrication facility.
3. Installation Services: Professional installation of custom-made countertops, including on-site templating, delivery, and installation by trained crews.
4. Sink & Accessory Sales: Sale of complementary products including stainless steel sinks, composite granite sinks (Kohler Cairn Neoroc), porcelain vanity sinks, and Corian solid surface sinks.
5. Remnant Inventory Sales: Sale of leftover countertop pieces and remnants from previous projects at discounted prices for smaller projects like bathroom vanities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Surface Center Interiors fabricates and installs custom countertops in granite, quartz, quartzite, marble, soapstone, and solid surface materials for kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, and specialty surfaces. The company sells complementary sinks and offers remnant and overstock slab inventory at discounted prices, with complete in-house services covering on-site templating, CNC fabrication, edge finishing, optional tear-out, and professional installation.

Product overview

Surface Center Interiors (SCI) is a countertop fabrication and installation company offering a comprehensive product portfolio centered on four core surface materials: Granite Countertops (natural stone), Quartz Countertops (engineered stone), Solid Surface Countertops (acrylic/polyester), and Sinks. The company operates as a full-service provider with design consultation, on-site templating, fabrication, and professional installation. Supporting products include an AI Kitchen Visualizer for design visualization, Remnant Inventory for budget-friendly small projects, and Special/Overstock materials at discounted prices. Additional offerings include custom edge profile finishing and special order materials sourced through supplier partnerships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Granite Countertops
• Quartz Countertops
• Solid Surface Countertops
• Sinks
• Natural Stone Countertops (Marble, Quartzite, Soapstone)
• Remnant Inventory
• Natural Stone & Quartz Slab Specials
• Solid Surface Sheet Specials
• Custom Edge Profiles
• Countertop Fabrication & Installation Services
• AI Kitchen Visualizer
• New Colors 2026 Collection

Quantifiable outcome

• Projects completed in as little as 7 days
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• CambriaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCI is proud to be a Cambria Premier Partner, delivering exceptional quality and a seamless experience throughout every step of the project. Benefits include a welcoming showroom with wide variety of Cambria designs on display, consultative service, unmatched attention to detail and craftsmanship, and white-glove customer service.
• Corian (DuPont)coreTechnology or IntegrationSCI offers Corian solid surface materials, a proprietary blend of natural minerals bonded with quality acrylic. Corian meets standards for food preparation surfaces for homes and schools and produces nonporous countertops resistant to water and staining.
• Samsung StaroncoreTechnology or IntegrationSCI offers Samsung Staron solid surfaces, 100% acrylic surfaces ideal for countertops, sinks, backsplashes, and drain boards. Available in over 70 colors and designs including the Tempest line of semi-translucent solid surfaces with metallic particulates.
• LG Hausys Hi-MacscoreTechnology or IntegrationSCI offers Hi-Macs solid surface materials with properties similar to natural stone durability. Features include thermoformability, renewability, and 15-year transferable warranty. Made from sustainable materials with eco-friendly manufacturing.
• WilsonartcoreTechnology or IntegrationSCI offers Wilsonart solid surface countertops crafted from 100% acrylic and polyester resins. Wilsonart has received Children and Schools certification and Greenguard Indoor Air Quality award for low chemical emissions.
• KohlercoreTechnology or IntegrationSCI offers Kohler Cairn Neoroc composite sinks with soft French curves suitable for contemporary and traditional kitchens. Made of matte-finish composite material designed for extreme durability, scratch/stain/fade resistance, and heat/impact resistance.
• Local Stone SuppliersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSCI works with several trusted local stone suppliers to give customers access to a wide range of materials, colors, and price options. Special orders can be coordinated to source specific stones from other suppliers.
• Local Plumbing/Electrical ContractorsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSCI coordinates with local plumbers and contractors for plumbing disconnection and reconnection during installation, as SCI does not perform plumbing, gas, or electrical work.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Lowe's: Second-largest U.S. home improvement retailer with countertop installation services and a growing private-label surface assortment. Comparable as a competing mass-market channel for budget-conscious countertop buyers.
• Wilsonart: Major manufacturer of solid surface, laminate, and engineered surfaces, including Wilsonart Gibraltar Solid Surface — one of SCI's core product lines. Comparable as a competing brand in SCI's solid surface category.
• The Home Depot: Mass-market home improvement retailer offering countertop sourcing, templating, and installation services as part of its Home Services marketplace. Comparable as a competing channel for SCI's residential and small commercial customers.
• MSI (M S International): One of the largest North American importers and distributors of natural stone, quartz, and countertops with company-owned showrooms and an MSI Q dealer network. Comparable as a national-scale countertop supplier that competes with SCI for both consumer and builder customers.
• Cosentino (Silestone / Dekton): Spanish manufacturer of Silestone quartz and Dekton ultra-compact surfaces, sold through a North American fabricator and dealer network. Comparable as a competing engineered-surface brand competing for SCI's premium project slots.
• Cambria: Largest American-made quartz manufacturer and SCI's flagship supplier/partner. Comparable as a premium quartz countertop brand distributed through Premier Partner dealers with showroom-and-installation service models.
• IKEA: Global home furnishings retailer offering integrated kitchen design and countertop solutions in dedicated showrooms. Comparable as an alternative consumer channel for kitchen countertop purchases at lower price points.
• Caesarstone: Global engineered quartz manufacturer supplying kitchen and bath countertops through dealer/fabricator networks. Directly comparable as a competing premium quartz brand that SCI's customers may choose instead.

Emerging players

• Hanstone Quartz: Korean engineered quartz manufacturer building a North American dealer network to compete with Cambria, Caesarstone, and Silestone. Comparable as an emerging premium quartz alternative sourced through fabricators like SCI.

Direct peers

• Bedrock Countertops: Regional countertop fabricator and installer operating showrooms across multiple U.S. metros with templating, fabrication, and installation services. Closest direct competitor to SCI's business model in adjacent regional markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SCI-Surfaces-202723553108401
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/surface-center-interiors-llc
• Instagraminstagram.com/scisurfaces

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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