A Touch of Granite to Your Décor

When you walk into a home that has used granite slab or accents throughout various rooms, the entire house appears to have been upgraded. Restoration and remodels that include this versatile material add an ambiance of elegance to your home's style. We've all seen these counter tops throughout homes of friends, family, and even had it in a previous property. However, when you go out on a new home hunt, the previous owner may not have been able to discover the advantages of this construction and remodel choice of home improvement.

Granite is an igneous rock that is composed of multiple crystalline grains in a variety of wonderful colors. It can be found in yellow, orange, pink, blue, and of course, black, brown, and white smatterings of color and tints. The chemical reactions and ratio of quartz, plagioclase feldspars, potassium or K-feldspars, hornblende, and micas produce the colors and varieties that are common in household use. Frankly, there are many varieties, and as you have noticed in your search, it definitely impacts the pricing. Throughout the purchasing process - if your contractor is not completing this step after you've selected the sample - it is important to be mindful of the quality of granite that you purchase. There are many other materials that mimic its same qualities and can give you a similar look, but they do not possess the known durability of the true product.

Price is also impacted by the size of granite that you'd like to work with. It can be used to upgrade and make vanities, shower walls, cabinets, bath surrounds, tiles, or a new kitchen. You might envision a dramatic use in your dining table for an eat-in kitchen that is an extension of a bar or counter in order to make a window nook. With so many options in the marbling and smattering of color combinations that can be imagined for every change in style taste. The larger the piece of product, the higher the quality of impact it will have within the space. However, smaller sections can be used to fill spaces, and of course any design and pattern can be used to facilitate a particular style that you would like.

Whether you are completing a renovation update or just thinking about ways to spruce up your already beautiful home, granite presents a great option to do so. Hardwood flooring, paint, and eye level surfaces impact the aesthetics, and the bottom line when it comes to resale value, granite wins. There are materials that fade and are meant to be enjoyed for the moment. This upgrade is one you can keep for a lifetime that sustains its beauty and durability over the years.