Why is Granite preferred for Kitchen/Bar Counter Tops?
Granite is the hardest and densest of all the Natural Stones. The main minerals that can be found in granite are Silicates, Feldspar & Quartz. Silicates do not react much to the acidic substances like lemon (citric acid), vinegar, alcohol etc., something found regularly in our kitchens. The second aspect to note is that Granite is highly durable and scratch resistant. This means that the kitchen countertop will not get easily scratched with the heavy traffic of knives and vessels on it, and retain its fine luster over a longer period of time as compared to other stones or Ceramic Tiles. Feldspar in granite makes it the least water absorbent (0.02-0.04%). This prevents liquids from seeping into the counter tops and staining the material. Hence Granite is the first preference for Kitchen or Bar Counters. It is often asked, “Why marbles can not be used for kitchen counter tops?” The answer lies in the composition of marbles. Most marbles have high carbonate contents, which easily react wi
