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Q: What is granite?

A: Granite is igneous rock, which provides a clue to its origins. "Igneous" come
from the Latin igneous meaning "fire" (also the root word of ignite)
and indicates that it was formed by liquid, fiery magma and melted
just like volcanic lava. In fact, its chemical composition is similar to that
of lava. However, unlike lava, the molten rock never reached the surface
It solidified deep inside the earth, where it slowly cooled and crystallized.

The granite that comes from the Canadian Shield is estimated to be
approximately 3.8 billion years old. Splits and riftscaused by the earth's
plates shifting (due to seismic activity) forced the granite to the surface in
the Precambrian age, more than 570 million years ago. Luckily for
us, the Canadian Shield is known around the world for producing
some of the most beautiful, durable granite in the world.

Q: How durable is granite?

A: Granite is one of the longest lasting and toughest natural stones on the market
making it the perfect choice for any outdoor or indoor project.In 1822,
an Austrian mineralogist named Friedrich Moh created a measurement
of relative hardness based in a stone's ability to withstand scratches.

It looks like this:
Talc
Gypsum
Calcite
Fluorspar
Apatite
Feldspar
Quartz
Topaz
Corundum
Diamond

Because granite is composed of mainly feldspar and quartz, it has an exceptional
resistance to scratches, which is why it is chosen for high traffic areas
and has been considered one of the best building materials for thousands of years.

Q: Does granite stain?

A: Generally speaking, no. Because granite is very dense, and not very porous,
its ability to absorb liquids that cause stains is highly reduced.
Granite is approximately 95 to 98 percent stain resistant, and is virtually
maintenance-free. This is why it is the stone material of choice
for outdoor projects such as patios, courtyards, driveways, footpaths and steps.
If by chance there is a stain, it can usually be removed using a poultice or
paste that will draw out the oil from the stone.

Q: How long does it take to get a countertop completed?

A: Our project and installation timeline is approximately 2 weeks
after the confirmation of your template.