Natural stone is truly an affordable luxury. Innovative advancements in quarrying and fabrication keep natural stone competitively priced. No other material comes close to its long-lasting beauty, complexity, and character. Natural stone is a favorite among countertop materials. Its beauty alone puts it on top demand, especially granite countertops. Natural stone countertops offer great durability, wonderful elegance and a long life.

With natural stone there are many different types, finishes, appearances, thickness, and textures to select from. One great thing about natural stone is that no two stones are alike making every single kitchen one of a kind.

Options For Natural Stone Countertops:
Granite: Most durable stone countertop, scratch and chip resistant, requires special sealants.
Marble: Smooth texture, less durable than granite, susceptible to scratches and stains, requires sealants.
Limestone: Stains easily, very porous, Jerusalem stone is very popular
Soapstone: Durable, requires little maintenance, can be treated with mineral oils to enhance colors, and offers a soft feel.
Slate: Very beautiful, durable, hard, fireproof, low absorption rate, should be sealed regularly.

When selecting the natural stone that is right for your kitchen, take into account functionality and appearance. Functionality should come first, but it is still important to know what the stone will look like 10 years from now. Some will stay looking brand new and others will age gracefully bringing a new beautiful look into your kitchen over time.
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