{"id":1635,"date":"2017-03-29T13:11:41","date_gmt":"2017-03-29T05:11:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.stoneamperor.com.sg\/?p=1635"},"modified":"2024-03-28T13:14:36","modified_gmt":"2024-03-28T05:14:36","slug":"the-pros-and-cons-of-granite-countertops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.stoneamperor.com.sg\/the-pros-and-cons-of-granite-countertops\/","title":{"rendered":"The Pros and Cons of Granite Countertops \u2013 All You Need to Know (Updated 2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Search online for the latest trends of kitchen interior designing, and you\u2019ll notice a 9 out of 10 of them, including a natural stone countertop. There are tons of different stunning-looking natural stone countertops out there. Marble,<\/span> granite<\/a><\/strong>, quartz, gauged porcelain, onyx\u2026 etc.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Here\u2019s a sneak peak on one of the latest countertop trends in 2024. A honed or matte finish surface is here to stay!<\/span><\/p>\n

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It has always looked classy and sophisticated, and if you ask me, a honed granite countertop will definitely win the competition (despite being a little harder to maintain than polished ones<\/span>).<\/span><\/p>\n

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Starting out as a glamorous but expensive countertop choice sometime in 1987, the advent of globalization (and the cheap labor it brought with it), improved logistics, diamond saws, and computerized manufacturing has made granite so much cheaper that it\u2019s now a common sight in ordinary households.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Granite countertops<\/span><\/i> are synonymous with quality, beauty, and durability. However, it\u2019s not perfect, and it\u2019s important to understand <\/span>the pros and cons of granite countertops<\/b> before getting one.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Pros of Granite Countertops<\/span><\/h1>\n

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Hard and Durable<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Rock solid,<\/span> granite<\/a> <\/strong>is a hard material, therefore very resistant to scratching and cuts. In fact, it\u2019s so hard that cutting directly on its surface with steel knives is a bad idea because it will leave your knives dull and damaged!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s crazy how hard granite is. It scores a 7 on Moh\u2019s hardness scale, while Topaz scores an 8. Only a very few natural minerals can cut or scratch it.<\/span>
\nGranite countertops are also highly resistant to heat, and hot pots and pans will not damage its surface (granite has a melting point of 1210 \u2013 1260 degrees Celsius; a hot pan is about 177 \u2013 232 degrees Celsius). So, even if you take a hot pan right out of the oven and put it on the granite countertop, it\u2019ll still work perfectly without getting damaged.<\/span><\/p>\n

Aesthetics<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

In another word, its BEAUTY\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s one of Mother Nature’s marvellous creations. They come in many shades, and they all look stunning and aesthetically pleasing. <\/span>
\nThat\u2019s the reason why people are willing to pay top dollar to have a heavy slab of stone cut out from the earth, shaped and processed with specialized equipment, and then shipped long distances \u2013 granite countertops are highly regarded for their beauty.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some like it shiny and polished, others prefer it honed and natural-looking, and a few others appreciate each slab’s uniqueness. <\/span>
\nWhether it\u2019s a pearl white minimalistic modern ambiance or a coal black classy ambiance you\u2019re looking for, nature has prepared just the right granite for you. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re an interior designing freak, you\u2019ll understand why almost all designers are saying granite is their favorite countertops.<\/span><\/p>\n

Highly resistant to\u2026 almost everything<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Assuming it contains negligible amounts of calcium, granite countertops will not react with acids. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In contrast to <\/span>marble<\/span><\/i>, which will fizzle and get visibly etched when it comes into contact with acid, you don’t have to worry that mild acids like those found in foods doing a number on your favorite granite countertop.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Although granite is born naturally porous while the mother nature creates it. It can be sealed to resist all stains and liquids. With a gentle wipe with a damp cloth, there goes all the stain your kids left you at the dining table. <\/span><\/p>\n

No more ketchup mess after dinner.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sunlight wears the surface of almost everything, from our favourite white tee to the walls of our house. The good news is that granite countertops are sunlight-resistant.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, can you use it outdoors? <\/span><\/p>\n

You might ask.<\/span><\/p>\n

The answer is, YES!<\/span>
\nRain or shine. It always stands gracefully and beautifully, even outdoors.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hygienic and clean<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Another upside of stain-resistant? No more festering algae and even bacteria. But, it\u2019s not the case before a vital process called – sealing. Which means coating the stone with a protective layer to prevent scratch, retained water, stained and bacteria to fester.<\/span>
\nKids and baby proof? Check.<\/span>
\nAfter sealing, its non-porous property eliminates the habitat for tiny bacteria and algae to grow. You\u2019ll be amazed how many people are getting food poisoned due to unclean kitchen. So, keep it spic and span for your family.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Want to know how to maintain your countertop? Chick<\/span> Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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