Granite countertop has a stunning appearance. They will be good grace with the pomp elegant kitchen area and last longer than most other countertops. Granite is quartz and can withstand a sharp knife or hard bumps much better than stainless steel.

Granite is harder than stainless steel blades. Pots and pans cannot be placed on most of kitchen table surfaces, because they can burn or scorch. Not so with granite though. Before hiring a granite installation service you can request a free consultation.

The downside to the granite is the cost. It is still relatively expensive compared to other materials. If you are willing to pay a little more, it can be well worth the cost for the warmth and elegance of granite adds to your kitchen.

Granite typically comes in 2 cm and a thickness of 3 cm and the cost is a little more than other slabs. Granite installer you may use several methods to reinforce the thin sheet something that is not required for thick sheet.

Marble is a natural stone for granite alternatives. But it is much easier to cause the chips and stains from colored contaminants such as oils and spices or juice. It should be sealed more often than granite. Marble offers a large variation in color and natural patterns.

Brackets to strengthen the structure are usually sufficient strengthening counter. A granite countertop is usually sealed by the supplier or installer but still needs to be resealed every two years or more.