In this episode, we sit down with Ivy Young from Cutting Edge Stoneworks to talk all things stone—from fabrication and materials to industry trends and working with both contractors and homeowners.

We break down:

• The difference between wholesale and retail stone work
• Why quartz, granite, and natural stone trends are constantly evolving
• What really goes into fabricating and installing stone
• Real stories from the field (including costly mistakes and installs gone wrong)

We also dive into a bigger issue facing the industry—the growing shortage in skilled trades—and why the next generation isn’t being exposed to these opportunities early enough.

If you're a homeowner, contractor, or someone curious about the trades, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at an industry that quite lit ...