Granite slabs for Toronto home renovation projects just make ‘cents’. Read on to learn how granite slabs add value to Toronto and GTA homes.

 

Granite slabs have been a long-time staple in the design industry and is now a must for many Toronto remodelling projects and new homes. Dating back to ancient times, granite has been used in all kinds of construction, from the pyramids to temples.

 

Known for its durability and beauty, granite slabs are a favourite in Toronto homes.

 

 

In the hottest housing markets, springing for a kitchen or bath remodel is a sure-fire investment, often returning more than 100 percent of the cost. Celebrity contractor Mike Holmes claims that kitchen and bathroom improvements increase the value of your house more than most renovations and offer the highest average return on investment.

 

So exactly what should you improve when you redo your kitchen or bathroom? Think traditional: all-wood cabinets, natural stone floors, and stone countertops.

 

 

Granite has long been a preferred material for kitchen worktops because of its exceptionally hard-wearing, durable, and aesthetic qualities. Some of granite’s most impressive features when used as a kitchen countertop include

• Granite does not etch
• Most granite countertops can be well protected from staining with the easy application of a sealer
• Many granite countertop colours don't need sealing at all since they are naturally dense and non-absorbent
• Granite does not scratch; it is much harder than marble; marble kitchen countertops will get scratched
• Granite is the most heat tolerant of any countertop material; it is virtually impossible to damage the surface with hot pans

Although coarse in its natural state, the surface of granite can be polished to a smooth and shiny finish. Granite usage has increased over the centuries owing to the intrinsic strengths it has over other types of stone such as marble.

 

 

A practical material for bathrooms, granite slabs are great for

• Vanity tops
• Walls
• Floors

Bathrooms say a lot about the taste and imagination of a homeowner. Maybe you’re hoping to maintain consistency with the updated look you’ve achieved in the rest of your home, or maybe you’re hoping to create a bathroom that will accent your home and make a stand-alone statement about your style and taste.

 

 

There are certain home improvements that are definitely worth their cost. Granite slabs will not lose their value over time and can add to the resale value of the home. Granite is synonymous with luxury and it's often the central element in an updated kitchen.

 

Granite's variety allows it to be suitable for every style – whether it’s complimenting a traditional kitchen or a contemporary bathroom. Colours range from whites to browns, to blues, reds, greens, and beige. There are varied patterns, from tightly packed granules to large sweeping movements. Being a natural material, no two stones are alike, which makes each installation unique. Some of the pieces are quite a work of art.

 

When it comes to home improvements, granite simply goes unmatched. Toronto homeowners that are looking for a way to give the kitchen, bathroom, or any other room in the house a fresh look, granite slabs are the way to go.