FAQ

Did you know that second to diamonds, granite is one of the world’s hardest materials, thus making it the most popular natural stone used in homes? If you’re trying to decide which stone and slab are best for your home renovations, we’d like to introduce you to GRANITE.

WHAT IS GRANITE

As old as the earth, granite has been around since the beginning of time. As stated above, granite is a substance formed from magma (molten rock found at the core of the planet), slowly solidifying underground, giving it extreme hardness and durability. In technical terms, granite is an igneous rock made up of mostly quartz and feldspar along with a mixture of additional trace minerals. As a result of these minerals with their many variations, we see granite slabs in numerous colors and textures, making each piece unique.

Granite counter around sink and tiled backsplash

DURABILITY

When renovating a home, it can be pricey. To get the most out of your money, ensuring the material is durable to your everyday life is critical. Granite is chip, stain, scratch, and crack resistant. It is also heat resistant, and while it is not encouraged to place very hot items directly on its surface, the color would not be affected. Therefore, you may never have to change or replace your countertop!

granite bathroom sink countertop with tiled wall

THE BEAUTY OF GRANITE

Whether you’re looking for a show-stopping focal point stone for your room, or you’re looking for a more relaxed effortless slab, granite can be both. Granite has endless color and movement options—this stone is looking for a home or office to transform!

kitchen with island and tiled floors kitchen with large granite island and countertops tiled design stove backsplash marbled floor with pull out electrical outlets

HOW AND WHERE GRANITE IS USED

Granite is used in a multitude of ways. Whether you’re building a wet bar that needs an eye-catching countertop to finish it off or a sleek slab to top off your kitchen island, granite is the countertop for you!

granite countertop island breakfast bar with sink

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF GRANITE

We found a great article on UseNaturalStone.org that outlines everything you need to know. You can read that here.