If your Greater Toronto Area (GTA) client is looking for a beautiful natural stone that’s scratch-resistant and will keep its colour for decades, it’s time to introduce them to granite slabs. Helping your clients use granite slabs in the GTA means you can suggest a myriad of projects like gorgeous countertops, floors, fireplaces, and more.

 

 

Many people have narrowed their choices down to granite or marble with no idea how many differences there are between the two stones. Both are prestigious choices that can increase a home’s value, but, for day-to-day living, it’s important to know what your client needs.

 

Both stones come in a variety of colours. Marble has the feeling of luxury with its distinct patterns while granite creates depth and seems to shimmer in the right light. If your client is interested in matching an existing colour scheme, both stones offer many options.

 

Granite does offer some distinct advantages, especially in the kitchen. Since marble is so porous, it is prone to staining. It has to be resealed at least once a year to keep it looking its best—more often if it’s a countertop, floor, or another heavily used item. Granite needs to be sealed once a year. Since it’s not as porous, it remains fairly stain-resistant once sealed.

 

Granite is also harder. It’s less likely to scratch and more likely to dull your knife on contact. It’s also less likely to cause pits and etches. Marble is highly susceptible to etching if acidic liquids—like orange juice, soda, or wine— spill on the counter. This makes granite a great choice for active families, especially those with spill-prone youngsters.

 

 

A granite slab offers your client an advantage over pre-packaged tiles. If a client chooses a granite slab and has it cut into tiles, the tiles will keep the granite’s natural pattern if laid properly. It eliminates subtle shade differences that can occur when granite tiles are packaged from multiple slabs.

 

Encourage your clients to go with a beautiful, smooth granite slab for an uninterrupted sightline that shows off the granite’s depth and colour. It’s a majestic view that seems to go on forever. Factor in this natural stone’s depth-adding graininess and their granite will be spellbinding in its beauty.

 

Let them know that some specially formulated granite cleaners contain small amounts of sealant. If your client is worried about forgetting to reseal the granite once a year, that small amount of sealant will help keep the granite protected and stain-resistant.

 

Reassure your clients that granite will stay true to its colour, not fading or discolouring over time.

 

Granite is a popular choice for everything from countertops and backsplashes to tiled floors. Entire bathrooms have been done beautifully in granite—the floor, walls, counters, and backsplashes. Since granite is known to be a pricy option, clients looking to sell their homes can make an impact on potential buyers. Granite is a coveted touch to any home renovation.

 

When your clients ask you to recommend the right natural stone for their home renovation in the GTA, introduce them to the advantages of granite slabs.