Granite Counter Tops

Your kitchen will smile with a new granite countertop.

Granite has become an increasingly popular material for countertops in recent times due to its natural beauty and relatively affordable price. Granite is a natural stone that is extracted from quarries in the United States, though most of it is imported from countries such as Italy, Spain, Brazil, Turkey, and Norway. Granite countertops have an ability to withstand heat and are resistant to scratches and stains, which make them ideal for use in kitchens. Granite countertops are also hard and extremely durable. But while granite is known for its elegance and beauty, it is porous and requires some maintenance, such as an annual application of stone sealant. Other advantages of granite are the endless options of colors that are available, but remember that granite is difficult to match. If you install a granite kitchen countertop one year and the next decide you'd like the same color for your bathroom counter, you may find it difficult if not impossible to match the color. That said, many claim that what makes granite so beautiful are its unique patterns, colors and natural blemishes.