Granite is the hardest stone among all other stones. It is formed by extreme heat and pressure. Granite does not contain stain easily. It can not be easily affected by heat from cook top and frying pans. You can use hot pans and frying pans direct to granite countertop. See similar questions...

Granite is a heat resistant material and will not burn when hot items are placed on top. However, it is not recommended to place hot pans on the countertop because the shiny surface may be dulled. See similar questions...

Granite is formed by extreme heat and pressure. It can not be easily affected by heat from cook top and frying pans. Granite will have no melting effect and will not leave any burned marks. You can use hot pots and frying pans direct to granite countertop. See similar questions...

Granite can not stain easily because it is the hardest stone. But unsealed granite can be damaged. Use mild stone cleaner, biodegradable liquid dish soap, soap flakes or powder which contains no aromatics. Than thorough rinse and dry it with damp cloth. See similar questions...

Improved stone-working technology has made granite countertops very affordable compared with manmade hard surface materials. With granite, the resale value of your property will also grow with time. Home    Our Company    Directions    FAQs    Order    Resources    Contact Us    Free Estimate See similar questions...

Granite is very durable stone and is the much harder than any other stone. Granite itself is the most stain resistant but unsealed granite can damage easily. Use mild phosphate free, biodegradable liquid dish soap, soap flakes or powder which contains no aromatics. See similar questions...

Granite is ideal for kitchens because under normal conditions it will not burn and it will not be harmed by hot pans or open flames. Marble is less resistant to heat, therefore excessive heat can cause damage and potentially leave scars or burn marks. Neither material is flammable. Granite is a very dense material and under normal conditions it is chip and scratch resistant. See similar questions...

Granite is heat resistant and is not likely to be damaged however you should not expose your granite worktop to excessive heat and we advise the use of a tripod or similar to place your pans on when taken directly from the hob. See similar questions...

Granite is the hardest and densest of all the natural stones. Since it is highly durable and scratch resistance it is the first choice for kitchen counter tops. See similar questions...

Granite has become today’s countertop of choice for architects, cabinetmakers, kitchen designers and contractors. A granite counter top is virtually impervious to abrasions, stains and extreme heat. Additionally, the inherent qualities of granite — its color, patterns and shades — compliment any décor. Yes. See similar questions...

Granite tiles can be used for a counter top surface even though solid gratite cuctom cut counter surfaces are seamless. It is recommended to use a 3/4"sub-board with waterproof membrane to support the tiles. It is also essential to seal the tiles after installation to avoid staining. Return to Top See similar questions...

By testing our concrete, we have found that leaving a boiling pot of water on our finish will not damage the finish. However, we recommend using hot pad or trivet for pots and pans coming from the oven or stove. Our recommendation is to just use standard kitchen countertop practices and your top will have a long life to it. See similar questions...

Although in 99% of cases this will not cause problems, it is not recommended. We recommend making a cutting board out of the sink leftover for this purpose. See similar questions...

Granite is a very durable stone. It is also much harder than marble. Granite has been used in the past in the commercial industry. Some of the obvious applications have been panels on the outside of buildings, walls, and floors of "high-traffic" areas. Granite will withstand almost any element it comes up against including heat and cold. Granite itself is approximately 95-98% stain resistant but, we use a silicone impregnator on all of our natural stone products. See similar questions...

Yes. In addition to a 3/4 inch thick plywood subcounter you will want a moisture barrier between the granite and the wood. A vulcanized rubber paint, for example, works just fine as does plastic sheeting. The idea here is you don't want any moisture or water getting into the subcounter and rotting or mildewing. See similar questions...