Many Toronto homeowners opt for stone slab countertops in both kitchen and bathroom. Although synthetic countertop materials and engineered stone are practical, versatile and widely available, these man-made products can’t compare with the beauty of natural stone. In addition, investing in fine stone adds greatly to the resale value of your home. And best of all, granite and marble slab is now more affordable than it has ever been!

 

 

Granite and marble have been used through the ages to construct beautiful buildings. These include such historical landmarks as the Colosseum, the Parthenon, the Taj Mahal, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Canada’s Parliament Buildings and many more. Fine stone is also used for monuments like Canada’s National War Memorial and statuaries such as Michelangelo’s David, the Venus de Milo, Rodin’s The Kiss and hundreds of other familiar works of art.

 

Because of its rich history in art and architecture, fine stone is associated with luxury and classic beauty. When you install stone accents in your home, you bring this luxurious, timeless feeling to your living space. And of course, the piece of stone you choose is unique, a one-of-a-kind natural element created by nature.

 

Granite and marble are available in all types of colours and patterns, from very faintly patterned neutrals to vivid, boldly patterned tones. Ever versatile, fine stone is compatible with every style of interior design, and a beautiful stone countertop can often become an inspiration for the décor for the whole room.

 

 

Granite is a top-rated choice for kitchen countertops, due to its extreme durability and the wide variety of colours and patterns available. Granite is an igneous rock, formed when molten magma is compressed between layers of the earth. All granite contains feldspar, quartz, mica and accessory minerals. The types of minerals that make up the stone give it its colour. Colours include everything from Africa’s Angola Gold to Finland’s Baltic Green, from Black Galazy from India to Blue Barracuda from Brazil. Granite is one of the hardest natural substances on earth; it’s heat resistant, easily cleaned and is not very porous. All of these factors make granite ideal for kitchen countertops.

 

Granite may be the number one choice for fine stone countertops, but many homeowners prefer the appearance and cachet of marble. Marble is a metamorphic stone, formed when limestone is subjected to great pressure and heat. Although more porous than granite, marble is also very durable when it’s properly cared for. There are many types of marble, from classic white-and-black Carrarra marble from Italy to the more exotic Persian Red from Iran; from Egyptian Golden Cream to Greek Veria Green. Marble is a translucent stone that allows light to enter and produce a soft "glow". It also has the ability to take a very high polish. These two properties make it a must-have for some people. Marble is the ne plus ultra of fine stone, and it lends elegance to any home.

 

Visit a stone importer’s showroom today. Whether you choose granite or marble, you’re sure to love your fine stone countertop.