Granite is a naturally occurring igneous stone found in various regions throughout the world. It is a tough composite of minerals, mica, quartz and feldspar, which together form the diverse and beautiful crystalline patterns one sees today. Granite is described as the perfect marriage of strength and beauty, which is found in no other rock. Its strength makes it the second hardest stone after diamonds.
The Versatility of Granite
After granite has been extracted, it is sawn into slabs of different thickness depending on the customer’s specification. Using an alliance of the most modern equipment available and our skilled craftsman, we can offer an infinite range of products, which is only limited by your imagination. Splash backs, upstands and windowsills are usually supplied in 20mm or 30mm thick granite.
Important Facts to be Aware of Before Purchasing Granite
The following characteristics will appear in granite worktops and it is important you are aware of these and accept them before deciding whether granite is the right worktop for you.
Fissures and Pitts
During the natural formation process of the stone, marks are formed, i.e. fissures which are wrongly perceived to be cracks. Pitting is a characteristic of all natural stone surfaces where tiny holes the size of a pinhead appear in the surface of the stone.
Variation in Colour
Like any other natural product, the irregularities and variations in texture, colour and lustre of the stone should not be considered as defects as these are natural characteristics of stone, which gives it its own unique beauty and individuality. It is wise to view the granite slab before it is manufactured as variation from batch to batch is guaranteed. We want you to be totally happy with your new granite worktop. If, however, you feel uncomfortable with the prospect of irregularities appearing in your worktop, we recommend that you arrange with your supplier to visit our factory and view the granite before we cut your worktop. Our helpful staff will be delighted to show you our wide selection and the slab you choose will be the one we process for you. Otherwise, as samples are only representative we reserve the right to choose from the stock available to us at a given time.
Silestone Worktops
Silestone is manufactured by Cosentino, a company at the forefront of quartz design. This material is extremely hard, uniform in colour throughout a slab and manufactured to include microban which makes the counters more germ- resistant. This product is suitable for use throughout the house and comes in a number of finishes. Silestone is the premium brand in quartz material and you should accept no substitutes. |