You’re finally doing it. You’re re-doing your kitchen to make it the kitchen on your dreams. It’s a hefty financial investment, but it’ll be so worth it. Just imagine those gorgeous dinners you’ll be hosting!
But before you get ahead of yourself, you’ve got some decisions to make.
What type of granite are you going to go with? Afterall, it is the centerpiece of any great kitchen. And it’s going to be there for years to come. Granite countertops specialist in Alpharetta can help you choose the best materials and colors for your install.
With granite countertops all the rage, it’s important to look at all of your options. We give you a complete breakdown on what types of granite countertop are out there for you to choose from, as well as why they’re the best countertop stone on the market.
Pros of Granite Countertops
Not only is granite the trendiest, most gorgeous option for your kitchen countertop, it’s got so many practical advantages too:
- No need for a cutting board
- Spill as much wine as you want
- Put that hot pan on it
- It’s one of the hardest of all natural stones
- It comes in a whole host of colors to choose from
One of the best perks of granite is that there are so many colors to choose from, giving you the freedom to really set the tone for the rest of your kitchen decor. We take a look at the two most popular options – black and white.
Color Me Crazy – Black and White Types of Granite
White Granite
If you’re going for a timeless gorgeous granite that will stand the test of time, white is your color.
This type of granite has milky white quartz and opaque white feldspar minerals to give it that classic, elegant look. Within the choice of white granite, you can also choose from various shades and coloration, from specks of ivory blue to veins of dark gray and burgundy.
Black Granite
Think of black granite as your little black dress – chic, edgy and a show stopper.
Black granite is, in fact, gabbro rock, which is an igneous stone similar to basalt, and contains plagioclase and pyroxene minerals. Just like white, black granite has a whole host of color options in and of itself. Choose to add sparkles of silver and gold to give your countertop that starry-eyed look, or be bold and keep it solid black.
Get that Granite
The creme de la creme of granite countertops, slab granite is the dream. This type of granite is custom made to fit your specific kitchen dimensions. It’s elegant, classy, and will last a lifetime.
Because of the nature of the granite, ie it’s a massive hugely heavy piece of rock, you’ll certainly need to employ a professional to transport and install it. This, on top of the fact that slab granite is generally the most expensive type of granite, makes it one of the most expensive options.
But believe me, it’s worth it.
Now you know what types of granite are available it’s time to take the next step towards building your dream kitchen. Get in touch with us for a free online quote and we’ll be happy to take the time to consider your needs.
