GRANITE 101

About Granite

Granite is a natural product that was formed a billion years ago when the Earth cooled from its molten state.  As a result it is one of the most durable materials known to man and will last forever if treated right.  Quarried from all over the world, granite offers a unique beautiful look and comes in a variety of design and colors.

Why Granite?

Through modern technology the fabrication of granite countertops have become relatively accessible in the home in recent years.  As a result, granite countertops have increased in popularity representing the hottest trend in home design.

No other investment in your home décor will increase the value and character of your home as much as a granite countertop.  No other countertop option can provide the distinctive and personality that granite provides.

Quarry to Your Home

Granite stones are cut in large blocks, which are further cut into slabs, which are the raw materials for countertops.  Slabs are approximately 55 square feet and from 2 to 3 centimeters thick.  The slabs are then polished on one side and then packaged for container transport.  The granite is then fabricated locally so that it can be installed in your home.

Types of Granite

Granite stones vary in hardness and design.  Granite stones are rated in levels that go from 1 to 5 with 5 being the hardest to source.  Although there are exceptions, the darker and more shiny or speckled stones are more expensive.  The lighter colors are less expensive and are susceptible to water staining.  

Granite is Unique

No two granite slabs are alike with each one having a slightly different design and coloration.  Here are the commonly trusted types of granite you will find.

 

Absolute Black

Absolute Black Granite

Amadeus

Amadeus Granite

Amazon Blue

Amazon Blue Granite

Angola Black

Angola Black Granite

Baltic Brown

Baltic Brown Granite

Baltic Green

Baltic Green Granite

Bianco Romano

Bianco Romano Granite

Black Galaxy

Black Galaxy Granite

Blue Pearl

Blue Pearl Granite

Blue Pearl Royale

Blue Pearl Royale Granite

Café Bahia

Cafe Bahia Granite

Dakota Mahogany

Dakota Mahogany Granite

Desert Sand

Desert Sand Granite

Emerald Pearl

 Emerald Pearl Granite

Giallo Antico

Giallo Antico Granite

Giallo Florito

Giallo Florito Granite

Giallo Napoleone

Giallo Napoleone Granite

Giallo Ornamenta

Giallo Ornamenta Granite

Gibli (Sahara Sand)

Gibli (Sahara Sand) Granite

Golden Beach

Golden Beach Granite

Golden Oak

Golden Oak Granite

Green Galaxy

Green Galaxy Granite

Green Rose

Green Rose Granite

Impala Black

Impala Black Granite

Juperana Fantasitco

Juperana Fantasitco Granite

Juperana Florencia

Juperana Florencia Granite

Kashmir Gold

Kashmir Gold Granite

Kashmir White

Kashmir White Granite

Lavender Blue

Lavender Blue Granite

Labrador Black

Lavender Black Granite

Luna Pearl

Luna Pearl Granite

New Venetian Gold

New Venetian Granite

Paradiso

Paradiso Granite

Paradiso Classico

Paradiso Classico Granite

Peacock Green

Peacock Green Granite

Rainforest

Rainforest Granite

Rosa Beta

Rosa Beta Granite

Rosa Porino

Rosa Porino Granite

Rosewood

Rosewood Granite

Santa Cecilia

Santa Cecilia Granite

Sapphire Blue

Sapphire Blue Granite

Seaweed Green

Seaweed Green Granite

Shivakashi Gold

Shivakashi Gold Granite

Tan Brown (Chestnut)

Tan Brown (Chestnut) Granite

Tropical Brown

Tropical Brown Granite

Uba Tuba

Uba Tuba Granite

Verde Butterfly

Verde Butterly Granite

Verde Laura

Verde Laura Granite

Volga Blue

Volga Blue Granite

Pricing

Granite pricing methods vary and it is important that you are comparing “apples-to-apples”.  Some companies’ price per square foot installed and that price include everything from removal to cutting and edging charges.  Other break out these charges separately.   Most companies’ price per square foot installed but may add on some other charges for the work performed.  Make sure you ask specific questions about how the job is priced.