Sunday, April 11, 2010

Why Granite Tile Countertops are Perfect for Any Home

Now You'll See Why Homeowners Love Granite Tile Countertops

There are still people who ask me, “Why use prefabricated granite countertops?” I would often say that this is functional. They would often throw a follow up question such as “What about marble or limestone?” That's when I realized that not all people are know much about granite. Their knowledge is limited to the fact that this stone is perfect for aesthetics. They don't really know much about its practical properties.

Basically, granite is the second hardest stone in the world, next to diamonds. Because of this, it's better than any other kind of stone. The pattens that you will see on the surface of these stones is caused by the minerals. Usually, the more minerals it has, the darker its color (i.e. black granite). Each piece of granite is unique. Manufacturers of granite tiles do not really do anything to tamper with its design. Basically, when this is taken from mountains, these already have their natural beauty.

Granite is perfect for any home because of the following reasons:
  • Granite is scratch and stain proof. It has a natural sealant which can absorb any type of liquid. It can sustain its appearance for years because of its composition.
  • Since granite is one of the hardest stones in the world, it doesn't crack or chip easily. It's very durable. In fact, it can be used as floors because it can withstand any kind of weight.
  • Granite is perfect for high temperatures. It can withstand this.
  • Granite is easy to clean. You don't have to buy any cleaning material because all you need is a cloth, water and soap.
  • Granite can actually add value to any home.
When you use black granite countertops or any kind of granite tiles, you're sure to get your money's worth! You can use this not only in bathrooms and kitchens, but also for walls, floors, fireplaces, desks and many more.

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