Whats the difference between marble and granite, they are both stone aren they?
A. Check out the more detailed info on our Stone Selection page, but here’s your answer in a nutshell. There are 3 main categories of stone we usually work with. Of course there are other subtypes, exotics, etc. Limestone is a calcium carbonate based stone which usually has a honed finish. Second, Marble is basically a limestone that has undergone a change. And Granite is a group of very hard, dense, igneous rocks chiefly made up of feldspar, quartz, mica, and hornblende. Granite is the most durable of the three. Typical uses and limitations of each type of stone can be found on the Stone Selection page. Q. What material do I see on Kitchen countertops? A. Chances are it is Granite. Granite is as close to an indestructable countertop as there is. It can withstand heat, wear, and liquids. However there are instances where some Marbles may be used for certain applications, or in conjunction with a proper sealer. Again, more on the difference between stone is on the Stone Selection page.
