GRANITE
Granite is a widely occurring group of intrusive, igneous rocks
that form at great depth and pressure under continents. It is
composed primarily of quartz, feldspar and mica. Granite gets its
wonderful variety of colors and patterns from minerals that are
melted into the liquid mass as it is formed. With its deep
iridescent colors, granite offers that elusive, one-of-a-kind
beauty created only by nature. Granite comes in a variety of colors
and stylish patterns, which make it into the most versatile and
trendy of all stones.
Granite is one of the oldest, hardest, and strongest stones
available. A truly beautiful natural stone with hundreds of colors
and patterns to choose from. It symbolizes strength and longevity.
A sleek rich feel. The finished products resulting from using
granite are versatile, ranging from an unassuming elegance to a
bold "look at me" statement. Granite is just as suitable for
application in a farmhouse as well as in contemporary home. It's
all about the color and texture you choose. The advances in modern
granite fabrication have also rendered granite to be anaffordable
luxury.
The term granite is derived from the Latin word granum
meaning grain. It is full of small and large grains of crystals.
This stone starts out as a molten mass of magma and then forms into
the rock granite as this magma cools deep within the earth. The
main minerals in true granites are silicates, feldspar, and
quartz.
Granite is greatly admired for its aesthetic qualities, but
primarily valued for its strength, durability and low maintenance.
Granite is extremely hard stone, which is also almost scratch, heat
and stain-resistant. It is considered to be one of the most
eco-friendly building materials. When compared to other materials
used for surface applications, granite remains the most
bacteria-resistant.
The hardness of your granite countertop is largely
dependent upon the hardness of the minerals that make up the stone.
In most granites, the primary minerals are quartz and
feldspars. Quarts and Feldspar are rated with hardness of
6 and 7 by Moh's Scale of Relative
Hardness, and are the minerals that give
granite its exceptional abrasion resistance. This abrasion
resistance contributes to the durability and
long life of your granite.
Granite is a highly durable siliceous stone. Compared
to marble and other natural stone groups, it is more
resistant to the acids found in lemons, vinegars, and
cleaning products and usually will not etch. It is an easy stone to
live with.
Granite characteristics make this stone virtually scratch
proof. Although it does not scratch we do not recommend
using your granite top as a cutting board.
Granite is also heat resistant. It can
withstand heat up to 1200 degrees Fahrenheit. You won't have to
worry about any burn or char marks. Seams or joints in your stone
can weaken it so you probably don't want to put a pot of boiling
water near a seam.
Another granite characteristic is the lower water
absorption rate when compared to marbles and limestones.
Some of the darker granites almost do not need sealing. Usually,
lighter granites that have larger crystals allow water penetration
easier than darker, fine-grained granites.
Granite is a very versatile stone. There are
hundreds of colors and patterns to choose
from. From simple whites to golden honey yellows. Exotic reds,
ocean blues, deep chocolaty browns, and forest greens. From
charcoal grays to jet blacks. There is truly a color for
everyone.
Granite has a multitude of applications, although it is most
frequently used for kitchen countertops.
Applications
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Interior Flooring
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Interior Tops Including Kitchen Tops
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Interior Wall Application
· Tub
Surround
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Exterior Pavers
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Exterior Cladding
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Monuments & Statues
Finishes
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Polished
· Honed
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Brushed
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Tumbled
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Flamed
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Marble & Granite Supply of
Illinois
6666 W. Howard St
Niles, IL 60714
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866-8682
F: (847) 866-8206
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