Granite

Granite

Granite is a natural stone, formed many millions of years ago when molten rock from the earth's core was pushed towards the surface. Granite's extreme hardness, which approaches that of diamonds, makes it an uncommonly durable surface. Granite contains natural fissures which are visible separations along inter-crystalline boundaries. They may start and stop within the piece of stone or extend through an edge. A fissure differs from a crack in that it is a naturally occurring feature of the stone. Fissures are natural in granite and are not a flaw. Pitting of the surface is also a natural characteristic of granite. This occurs when there are softer minerals contained within the stone that flake at the surface. Pits do not make the granite less durable or inferior. Granite is a porous material that must be sealed on a regular basis. The natural beauty of granite endures forever