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| Granite is extremely hard and
durable, virtually scratchproof, comes in a wide variety of colors, easily cleaned
because of low porosity. |
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| Interior and exterior walls, floors, stairs, outdoor
paving, kitchen countertops and backsplashes, bathroom vanities, spas and showers,
fireplace surrounds, courtyards, porches and entryways. |
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| Polished, honed, flamed. |
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| Other samples are available for viewing at the
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Tile website under "granite". |
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Q: Aren’t granites expensive?
A: No. In fact, granite countertops can be less expensive
than a solid surface material such as Corian©. The price will vary by square
foot, depending on the color you select as well as the edging detail. But remember,
your granite counter will last forever and be completely unique to your kitchen—a
truly durable, scratch resistant and beautiful investment.
Q: How do you take care of granite?
A: Clean with mild soap and water as often as you like.
Q: Can you scratch granite?
A: Granite is one of the hardest stones available. It cannot
be scratched in ordinary use; even a knife blade will not scratch it. It can only
be scratched with specially sharpened tools designed to work with granite, like tungsten
and diamond tools.
Q: Can you chip granite?
A: Granite will chip only in cases of severe abuse with
a hammer or impact tool. In the unlikely event that your granite is chipped, the
mark can be filled with a granite dust and epoxy mixture. Granite will not crack
with ordinary use. It is most susceptible to cracking during shipping.
Q: Does granite stain or burn?
A: No. You can’t burn it with ordinary use. Granite is
highly resistant to staining. The only caveat is that a few colors may absorb some
moisture with prolonged contact. Usually no evidence remains when the liquid is removed
and the granite dries. A problem could arise with prolonged exposure to a dark-pigmented
liquid.
Although the granite may have a sealer applied at the fabricator’s location, we recommend
that a stone sealer also be applied after installation. Please see “Recommended Stone
Care Products” in the Stone Care section of this web site.
Q: Can granite cantilever (project
from a wall without other visible means of support)?
A: Yes. You can cantilever a single piece of granite of
up to 14” if there is sufficient support on the fixed end. Never cantilever granite
where it might receive excessive stress like someone sitting on a counter or stepping
on a counter to change a light bulb. You must have additional support underneath
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