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 What is Granite?Granite-quite literally-is as old as the earth itself. It is formed from liquid magma, the molten rock still found at the core of the planet, cooled slowly to form a substance approaching the hardness and durability of diamond. Granite's unique properties make it the materials of choice in high traffic surface applications such as kitchens and bathroom counters. Additionally, granite is non-porous and relatively impermeable. Granite is extremely easy to clean and maintain. Why has Granite Traditionally been so Expensive?Contrary to popular belief, granite is not a rare stone. In fact, we estimate there is more than enough granite in the world's supplies to put a granite kitchen in every home in the United States. The same properties that makes granite desirable also makes it costly to mine, fabricate and ship. Granite is very heavy and hence very expensive to ship. So why ship any more of it than needed? Moreover granite is extremely hard, making it very challenging to cut and polish. For years the conventional wisdom was to fabricate much of the stone on the job site. While a certain degree of on-site customization is important to ensure a quality fit and finish, we believe the best result is when most of the fabrication is accomplished well before granite slabs arrive at the job site. This drastically cuts costs and improves the likelihood of a successfully installed end-product! |
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Granite Features • Highly Heat Resistant • Naturally Beautiful • Chip and scratch resistant • Stain resistant • Resistant to mold and mildew • Low surface friction |
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| Slab Sizes Granite slabs are 58" to 74" high by 108" to 124" long by 3cm thick, the ideal size for counter tops. All slabs vary in these ranges and should be checked before specifing a specific height or length. |
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