Top 8 Ways to Use Granite in Your Home
As a homeowner, when you think of granite, you likely think of countertops. For good reason: granite countertops certainly do make a stellar addition to any kitchen. Not only is granite durable and strong, it’s attractive and easy to clean. But there are many other ways you can use granite in your home. Here are a few.
1. Granite Island
Because granite is strong, resistant to water and heat, easy to clean, and sanitary, they make great islands. You can chop on them, serve on them, and sit at them, making granite islands a beautiful and striking addition to your modern or traditional kitchen. Plus, granite comes in a variety of colors so they match just about any décor.
2. Vanity Top
Bath vanities made of granite are great ideas because they are resistant to mold, water, and bacteria. The bathroom is a busy room of the house, so you need a vanity top that withstands all that daily abuse. Granite vanity tops bring an element of elegance and class to any bathroom, large or small.
3. Granite Backsplash
Granite backsplashes can create a beautiful barrier between the wall and the sink or cooking and baking products you may be using. Grease, water, flour and pasta sauce splashes can easily be sponged up and cleaned. When you blend a granite countertop and granite backsplash, you provide visual continuity in a room that demands attention.
4. Basin or Sink
You can use granite as an under-mount sink, pedestal sink, or as a modern basin. They’re easy to maintain and resist water.
5. Desktop or Tabletop
As an elegant, natural stone, granite is a great choice for tabletops and desktops due to its strength and durability. Its traditional beauty is well sought after for formal rooms like dining rooms or for formal home offices.
6. Fireplace Mantle
Using granite to frame your fireplace is an attractive way to bring out the natural beauty of your living room, library or study. If you want an even more stunning centerpiece, craft a mantle out of granite, turning a boring fireplace into a bold statement piece.
7. Mosaic
Use granite to form patterns or designs in your wall or floor as part of a decorative mosaic. They can be used for decorative purposes either inside or outside.
8. Floor Tile
Use granite as your kitchen or bathroom floor tile, as an inlay around your patio or pool, or as flooring in your outdoor kitchen.
As you can see, granite is a very flexible stone that can be used in any number of ways. You can even use pieces for cutting boards, crafts and decorations. Granites beauty and strength can add a gorgeous touch to any home.
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