Granite Countertops Guide and Informational Directory

Granite Countertops

Granite is a very durable surface, making it ideal for kitchen and bathroom counters. Granite is a scratch resistant material and is one of the hardest stones on the planet. It makes up 60% of the Earth's upper crust!

Granite Durability

Diamonds are used to cut and polish granite along with water to cool the blade. In addition to being hard, granite is also stain-resistant to hot grease and oil when sealed with a silicone-based impregnator.

Granite Kitchen Counters Supplies Needed

Getting the material needed for installing granite kitchen counters can usually be handled by the fabricator. However, you may want to point him in the direction of importers who can help lower your supply costs. The countertops, undermount stainless steel sink, and hardware are the necessary supplies needed by the fabricator.

Getting the Granite Countertops

Countertops can be acquired prefabricated to some extent. You can get them already polished and ready to go. However, cutting out room for a sink will have to be handled by the fabricator.

Getting the Stainless Steel Sink

Undermount stainless steel sinks are usually very expensive but can be acquired from importers at about 75% less than what most retail stores charge. These sinks have the same (if not better) durability and quality. More information about the sinks is on another section. ANOTHER REMINDER: Only buy UNDERMOUNT stainless steel sinks with your granite countertops.

Getting the Hardware

Importers may also have available hardware to complement your new granite kitchen. Check out their web site or call up their offices. If they don't have them, they may be able to put a special order in for arrival a few weeks down the road.

1. The granite counter tops planning phase.

   a. Planning a granite kitchen countertops project.

   b. Planning a bathroom granite vanities project.

   c. Estimate the amount of granite needed and cost involved.

2. Anyone can buy wholesale granite from granite dealers and importers!

   a. Supplies for granite kitchen counters and what not to buy.

   b. Supplies for bathroom granite vanity tops and what not to buy.

   c. Choosing sinks and faucets for granite tops.

3. Choosing the right granite fabricators and pricing the project.

4. Maintainence of granite counters to keep them looking great.

Granite Counters Fact

Each slab of natural granite countertop has unique features that distinguishes it from manmade materials.

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