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Ryan Burden

Owner, Countertop Specialty
Ryan Burden is the owner of Countertop Specialty, a website providing expert advice on the installation, care, and repair of granite countertops, marble, quartz, and tile since 2005. Countertop Specialty began as a countertop installation company serving luxury home builders, designers, and homeowners in Dallas, TX. Ryan and CountertopSpecialty.com have been featured in publications such as the National Association of Realtors, This Old House, Stone Business, Redfin, DIY Network, and more. He is the author of four books on natural stone maintenance.

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