1. the least amount possible, allowable, or the like. 2. the lowest amount, value, or degree attained or recorded. 3. Math. a. the value of a function at a certain point in its domain, which is less than or equal to the values at all other points in the immediate vicinity of the point. b. the point at which a minimum occurs. 4. of or being a minimum. minimus smallest, least.
1 Slab granite countertops--solid pieces of granite custom cut to the width and shape of a countertop -- cost $60-$100 per square foot depending on the color and rarity of the granite, the style of edging. 2  Expect to pay $1,800-$3,000 for a typical kitchen, installed.
Marble Countertops Cost. All marble was not created equal. As youâll soon see, the average marble cost per square foot varies quite a bit: The average minimum cost of marble countertops is $40/sf. The average maximum cost of marble countertops is $100/sf. The average cost of marble countertops is $60/sf. The average amount of marble bought for countertops is 53sf. Labor, tools and supplies are not a significant portion of the cost required to install marble countertops. The vast majority of the total cost is material alone. For example, the material cost for 53sf of marble at the average rate of $60/sf is $3,180. The time to install the countertops averages around 10 hours.