Granite – An Overview - Part 1
Many people are of the opinion that granite is available in a few limited colors and are very expensive. In fact, granite encompasses a rainbow of colors and the prices are extremely reasonable. For architectural and decoration purposes, granite is considered an ideal stone for countertops because of its beauty, its sturdiness and its affordability.
Granite is a material which is readily available in the market and it can be found at prices much cheaper than many other materials used in kitchen countertops. While there are thousands of granites available in different colors and patterns, this also affects the price.
The price of granite countertops cover a wide range due to the different qualities of granite available, the thickness of the granite, where it comes from, along with the color and variation throughout the piece. However that is not to say that you can’t find some great granite bargains that will be perfect for your countertop.
While there are many other factors that go into the price of a granite countertop; fabrication, edge details, number of seams and installation, a custom granite kitchen countertop offers homeowners a stunning addition to their home, that with proper care will last a lifetime.