The home is one's castle and as such we often try to think of ways to
improve its appearance while extending the life of the structure around us. While the idea of beauty is different for everyone and personal taste can vary widely between homeowners, a majority of people see the addition of natural stone such as custom granite in Mississauga houses as a sign of sophistication and longevity. Whereas the kitchen and bathroom were once almost universally designed in a crisp and clean white, the popular modern trend tends to go for deeper, darker colours such as those found with granite. This does not automatically mean that one must now use dark greys to keep up with the times as the natural beauty of granite comes in a wide variety of shades ranging from salmon pink to light blue, to rich browns and the aforementioned deep greys.
Utilizing this natural stone in rooms where one spends a great deal of time preparing family meals and entertaining can add not only a sense of timeless beauty, but also the peace of mind that comes with solid construction and a product which will last as long as your home.
Benefits of Granite
Longevity – In olden times, granite was used to build everything from churches to castles to public government buildings. A clear testament to its strength and durability is the fact that many of these structures are still standing today, generations after those who build them have passed on. Installing custom granite in your home is sure to be a once-in-a-lifetime project, unless of course its natural charm inspires additional installations in other parts of the dwelling.
Timeless Class – Granite has long been considered a stone which adds elegance and value to any room or structure. While many other trends and fads in the field of home/interior design have come and gone with the times, this beautiful natural stone has stayed in fashion and in fact gained in popularity throughout the centuries.
Incredible Value – As granite is quite plentiful and the process to mine it is rather simplistic, this stone often comes in less expensive than marble and in some cases even several types of wood. Not only does this provide value in initial savings, but its long life virtually ensures that custom granite countertops will be the last countertop upgrade that the home will ever need.
Health – While this might not be the first thought which comes to mind, granite can help keep the kitchen a healthier and safer environment in which to prepare meals. As it is non-porous (meaning no small cracks or holes) it will not absorb liquids or juices from food items, assisting in the prevention of food-borne illnesses that can result from exposed missed messes at room temperature. It also prevents an accumulation of dust from seeping in as well.
Choosing custom granite for your Mississauga kitchen renovation is a wise choice that will ensure satisfaction forever.