Granite {gran-it} noun

The word granite comes from the Latin word Granum, a grain, in reference to the course-grained structure of such as crystalline rock. Granite is a igneous rock composed of orthoclase and albite feldspars and of quartz usually with lesser amounts of one or more other minerals, as mica, hornblende or augite.

Granite is one of the strongest of all dimensions building stones. Most granite can withstand weathering for centuries. However it is difficult to cut and handle because it is extremely hard. It is used extensively in the construction of public handling. Granite can be polished to a glossy finish and it is an excellent background for carvings and lettering.

Granite slabs find main application in kitchen tops and granite tiles for floorings. They are used in the paneling of walls interior and exterior decoration of bathrooms, kitchens tops, and steps etc. tiles indicate a smaller size of granite modular elements with reduced thickness. There are 110 varieties of granite in India in textures of Black, Grey and multi color.

Architects acknowledge the inherent advantages granite possesses over marble the world over and granite is rapidly replacing marble for lending elegance to buildings. Marble is now a poor cousin of granite. There is no other natural substitute to Granite in Kitchen top application. Granite is increasingly being preferred over the other stones due to its resistance to wear and tear as well as weathering, which makes Granite ever lasting stone. In flooring application, there are other substitutes like ceramics and wood. These, however, score poor on wear and tear and durability. Wooden flooring is significantly expensive too.

A granite countertop is virtually indestructible. Granite cannot be scratched even with the best of knives. Feel free to go without a cutting board but please be aware that a granite product may dull your knife! Another great feature is that even with prolonged exposure granite is rarely burned. A hot pan can be placed directly from the stove to the granite and no harm will be done

Granite is an investment that can match your preferences and your budget, making it the obvious choice for residential and commercial projects. Granite will add prestige and value, which will far surpass the cost of installation