Granite Countertop Buyer’s Guide

Granite slabs are the polished sheets of stone that your granite countertops start from.  So how do you choose which stone is best for your granite counters . . .  More on Granite Slabs

So where do you find granite fabricators? How can you tell if they’re any good? The list of granite and marble fabricators and installation contractors seems to grow daily . . ..  More on Granite Fabricators

Granite edges are a design element that you get to choose prior to fabrication. The edge or profile that you choose can have a dramatic impact on the look and feel of your granite counter tops and your kitchen. It can also have an impact on the cost of your countertops.  More on Granite Edges

A granite backsplash can put the finishing touch on your granite countertops.  Not only does the backsplash hide the transition line of the wall and the counter, it als offers protection . . .  More on Granite Backsplashes

Did you know granite colors determine whether your granite counter tops may crack easily or stain?  Granite color plays a much bigger role than just personal taste. More on Granite Colors.

A granite counter is beautiful and elegant.  Granite quality is not just a matter of opinion.  A handful of areas to focus on will ensure quality . . .  More Granite Quality

Considering that granite, marble, and limestone can have overhangs weighing hundreds of pounds, and considering how brittle granite countertops can be, granite countertop brackets are imperative. . . .  More Countertop Supports

You have to seam granite to get continuous runs of countertop out of material that is limited in length.  Granite countertop seams can be an issue of concern . . . More on Seams

Why is rodding granite so important for your countertops?  Here’s why . . . without it, your tops are at risk of cracking either during installation or after they’re in place.  Here’s what to look for when it comes to rodding . . .  Read More on rodding granite

Granite remnants can save you money on your countertops and give you the opportunity to afford expensive stone that you normally wouldn’t buy.  Read How can I save money on small granite tops for my house?

It’s not typical to get a granite countertop warranty when you buy a new stone top.  Most fabricators of granite kitchen counter tops are small local companies that don’t represent a “branded” product . . .  More On Granite Warranty

Granite Transformations products install over your existing counters, splashes, and other surfaces in kitchens and baths  . . .  Granite Transformations Reviews