subject: The Use of Granite In The Home [print this page] The Use of Granite In The Home The Use of Granite In The Home
Granite is used within both the home and commercial environments within a wide range of applications and more specifically as a durable option within various home improvement projects, refurbishments and renovations.
In considering granite from the home improvement perspective one will often relate this with kitchen improvements alone, and although this is one of the most popular options in home renovations this durable surfacing option is often times implemented within bathroom vanities and finishing touches within the bathroom too. This is not to say that the use of granite in the home remains within these two function rooms or settings in a residence.
Granite and marble has been used within the commercial environment for many years as is evident within many hotels, restaurants and shop environments. However recent research has indicated that the sales of these natural stone options has increased by over 2000 percent over the last ten years, as people have come to appreciate the beauty and functionality of the hard stone options and products that are relatively easily accessible today. The applications within which these are used extend beyond that of the worktop surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom vanities to that of flooring, floor and wall tiling options, bath tub platforms, as well as fireplace mantels, hearths and surrounds.
The durability of granite itself is arguably beyond question, and although this option will often times be somewhat more expensive than other options, however we have to bear in mind the very processes of the extraction of such hard stones as granite including the cutting, polishing and processing requirements, and of course not to mention the durability that accompanies these types of home improvement accessories'.
When it comes to the maintenance and care of granite products, such as flooring or worktops, it is often best to consult with the service provider that provided the granite or a professional home improvement expert, especially with a new installation. This is due to the fact that some worktops, and even flooring may require a specific treatment that will make it a lot easy to maintain down the line, and which will help in protecting the surfaces for maximum beauty and functionality alike.
As far as design and choice of colours are concerned, one will come to appreciate that these natural hard stone products are nothing short of diverse when it comes to colours and designs, and obviously these cannot be made to order' so to speak, the options will surely be sufficient enough to match the desired look and feel of the setting that one wishes to incorporate any granite or natural stone products. In having said that bear in mind that if one wishes to incorporate such products within the view of reselling or increasing the value of the home itself, then one should aim for a more neutral approach that may suit a wider variety of prospective buyers when it comes around to selling the house. After all not everyone's tastes are the same.
