GRANITE
An intrusive igneous rock with large grains (minerals) easily seen by the naked eye. Granite colors are most commonly pink, white, variations of grey and black
Common Uses for Granite
- Granite comes in many different colors and patterns and each slab is unique.
- From gravestones to temples, monuments that are intended to last down the generations are often made of Granite.
- As Granite can be polished to a beautiful sheen or clad in another stone, it was commonly used for supporting pillars.
- Granite paving slabs are ideal for use outdoors as they are very tough and weather-resistant.
- Modern technologies allow us to cut granite into thinner tiles than ever before, making it an ideal choice for a backsplash or tiled bathroom.
- Granite mantels and stairs are popular thanks to their blend of beauty and practicality.
- Granite is used for kitchen and bathroom worktops. It’s an extremely popular choice as it is waterproof, stain resistant, heat resistant, easy to clean and hard to damage so it’s a very practical material as well as very beautiful.
