Interesting Facts About Using Granite In Construction

Granite is one construction materials that is used in various ways. One of the most common uses of granite is in the form of kitchen worktops. People who can afford more also install granite flooring in their homes and large corporate offices also use granite conference tables and reception bars on top of it all. What do you think is the obsession revolving around granite as a construction material? Don’t know? Read on and let us explain:

• After diamond, granite is the second toughest material on earth. This property is what attracts most of the building constructors, homemakers and interior designers for using it as a construction material. Although the initial purchase and installation prices of granite are higher than other materials, it provides long term value in terms of its looks and strength.

• Its touch impenetrable grain makes it antibacterial and highly resistant to stains, smells and spills. All these features make granite worktops a perfect choice for kitchens and bathrooms. 

• Granite being a natural stone (it’s made of igneous rocks) comes with unique markings and patterns on its surface which differs according to the mineral composition of the rock. The most interesting fact that most of the people are unaware of is that no two granite slabs are ever same. So even if you and your friend seem to have similar looking black granite worktop installed in your kitchens, they are in fact both unique and distinct.

• Just like every natural stone, their surfaces have some degree of porosity. These stone slabs are polished and sealed properly by the suppliers of granite kitchen worktops to make them non-porous before they are delivered to your home.        

• Granite grades are not based on how strong or durable they are; rather different grades are assigned to stones based on their colour and markings.
• First grade granites have unique, rare colours with symmetric, consistent veining patterns.
• Second grade granite comes in common colours with inconsistent blotches and marks in their design.
• Commercial grade granite is highly asymmetrical markings with visible cracks in veins.

We are sure after reading this article you would have got a little more knowledge about granite material than what you knew before. There are many more such interesting facts that we would be happy to share with you, so follow along. In the meantime, go check out a few granite surfaces with your local supplier and think of where you can use them in your home. Share your views with us through comments!