Granite and marble slabs are classic and timeless options for beautiful
countertops in Toronto.
A countertop has the potential to become a beautiful centrepiece in one of the
most highly trafficked rooms in the home. It can transform a dull space into
one of natural beauty and elegance. With simple care and maintenance, a granite
or marble slab can provide a lifetime of practicality which may even increase
the value of your home.
Granite slabs are the hardest natural material available for manufacturing
countertops, with a durability approaching the quality of diamonds. As a
natural stone, it is impossible to replicate the intricate patterns and colours
which form when molten magma cools slowly over a long period of time. This
makes a granite slab a unique and long-lasting piece of natural art which can
transform a room into a beautiful and functional space for all the family to
enjoy.
Granite is initially removed as massive blocks from quarries in many
parts of the world, including North America, and then cut into slabs. Granite
slabs offer high performance and functionality, making them ideal not only for
countertops but also for the following:
- Bar tops
- Kitchen islands
- Dining tabletops
- Bathroom vanities
Part of the reason for the popularity of granite slab products is the
highly stain-resistant nature of the stone. Easy to clean, a granite slab is not
only heat-resistant, scratch-resistant and resistant to mold and mildew, it is
also very difficult to chip, crack or break. Customers are advised to apply an
annual sealant to a granite slab in order maintain its impermeability. Once
granite is sealed and resistant to moisture, it becomes an excellent choice for
bathrooms renovations in the form of vanities and shower jambs.
Marble is an igneous stone formed as a result of the recrystallization
of limestone under the intense pressure and heat of geologic processes. It is
characterized by its swirls of colour which range from brilliant white to
black, red, yellow and blue-gray (depending on mineral composition), and its
ability to take a high polish. The highly individualized textured appearance of
a marble slab makes it a very popular decorative stone. A marble slab is an excellent choice for
countertops due to its natural beauty and sumptuousness which lends a timeless
elegance to any Toronto home. It has the added benefits of temperature control
due its inability to conduct heat well. Customers also choose marble for their
shower walls, bath tubs and vanities to add a luxuriant character but also
because it is softer and more porous, making it more suitable for formal, less
trafficked areas.
The widespread availability and ease of purchasing a granite and marble
slab in Toronto can turn your vision into reality at a price to suit your
budget. Many companies have extensively stocked showrooms for customers to
tour, completed with hundreds of beautiful natural stones and informed
employees to inspire your renovation. Make your next home renovation project
timeless and unique with a slab of granite or marble from a reputable and
experienced Toronto company.