Are granite tops suitable for outdoor use?
Granite tops are suitable for outdoor use if made properly. Granite itself is fine, it was created outdoors and will outlive us and our children despite its environment. The important thing to consider is the granite underlayment or how the granite attaches to the base. At Cafe Tables, we make assembly easy by laminating a 16″ round or square piece of exterior grade MDF to the underside of the top. The base is simply screwed into the MDF with self tapping screws that we provide. The exterior grade of MDF that we use can actually be left soaking in water for days and will not change shape or stability.
