Granite.
Granite is a hard and dense natural stone formed deep under the earth’s
crust when cooling magma compressed Mica, Feldspar, Quartz and other
minerals under heat and pressure into an endless array of colors and
patterns.
Natural granite comes in thousands of colors and patterns, so your
hardest choice might be which slab to choose
Granite is one of the hardest stone materials available. It is resistant to
heat, scratches, stains and bacteria. You can place a hot pan directly on
most granite counter tops. You can even chop things directly on the
counter, but it isn't a good idea because the granite will dull your knives
quickly. Most slabs will last for decades without marring or chipping at the
edges.
Repairs are possible using professional patching compounds and tints.
Most granite counter top manufacturers will recommend initially sealing the slab and resealing every five years. However, some varieties of granite exist that are so dense they do not ever need to be sealed.
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