Choosing Countertops For The Home

When buying Countertops for your kitchen or bath is a big decision, we make the process simple. Granite countertops will creates high impact on the overall look of the space. As well as if preferences include natural drama and movement then granite is your choice. Granite is naturally bold and beautiful.

Properties of Granite

Granite is a natural stone that comes from large granite quarries. Granite, an igneous rock with the strength of diamond. Therefore, is used for building material for centuries. Such as countertops, floor tiles, paving stone, curbing, stair treads, building veneer, and cemetery monuments.

Granite mineral is composed primarily of quartz, mica, and feldspar, as well as other minerals. Therefore, these minerals is what give the granite its colors. Granite has tiny pits or spaces between the various mineral crystals caused by small black crystals found throughout the slab. These pits do not make the granite less durable and are common in all granite.

In addition, granite also contains natural fissures, which are visible separations along inter-crystalline boundaries. They may appear to be cracks but are in fact, are not structural defects. Therefore, may not affect the structure or durability of the stone.

Granite Cleaning and Maintenance

Granite is easy to clean and maintain. Use of soapy, non acidic cleaners to maintain daily maintenance. As well as choose a stone cleaner for weekly to monthly deep clean and shine.

Furthermore, its beauty is incomparable to similar man-made equivalents. For all its strength, however, granite is not unbreakable, it can be chipped or cracked if struck with a heavy object. It can also be broken if dropped.

Although granite is tough and resistant, it can be scratched by cutlery. Therefore, the use of a cutting board is imperative for protection against scratches on your granite countertops.

Granite adds
value to your home

Purchasing granite countertops is unique in its look, because no two pieces of slabs of granite are the same. Finally, granite’s beauty and durability make these countertops attractive to real estate brokers, adding value to your home.

Designing With Granite Starts With Unique Uses:

• Kitchen Countertops
• Bathroom Countertops
• Bar Tops
• Island Tops, Waterfall Islands
• Backsplash or Full Wall Splash
• Fireplace Surrounds
• Fireplace Mantels & Fireplace Hearths
• Floating Shelves
• Table Tops
• Conference Tables & Desk Tops

Granite use and application in your home

Granite can be used for many different applications as shown above, as well as remember your laundry rooms and makeup stations. Now trending is the use of stone countertop material to flow into a full wall splash. As well as accent walls, shower walls, and tub surrounds. Not to mention free standing tub platforms.

In addition, granite works beautifully for outdoor kitchens. Furthermore, granite provides a range of feeling and style. Which is determined by the color, style, and finish for high end elegance, rustic, or charming farmhouse chic.

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Slab Yard Available

When it comes to stone, there is no substitute for viewing full slabs of quartz and granite. You will be able to view our inventory of granite and quartz at our local slab yard. Alternatively, French Creek Designs can arrange client viewing of stone slabs at vendor slab yards.

Get unbeatable affordable prices with our Countertop Program. The Program features a selection of granite, quartz and marble we maintain in inventory. Therefore, having a large countertop inventory on hand, allows for great pricing. Which allows us to only charge for the square footage you need, with no additional transportation costs.