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Advantages of granite are: The stone provides a hard, durable and attractive surface for a kitchen bench. A shiny surface shows off the natural grain of the stone to great advantage. Some granites are stunning and a great talking point.
Be aware: It needs to be polished regularly to protect the surface and maintain the glossy finish to keep it looking its best; dark colours tend to show up every finger mark and smear. Though cheaper than it used to be it can be quite expensive. Like all natural products, granite is subject to veining , cracks and variations in pattern, colour and texture. The benchtop you get might not look exactly like the sample you saw. If possible, view the slab it is to be cut from before you confirm your order.
Granite will scratch and stain. It is vulnerable to acidic liquids such as vinegar, wine and fruit juices. Clean up spillage as soon as possible. Granite can be protected to some extent with silicone polish. Use car polish regularly for the best effect and protection.
Make sure that your granite benchtop is covered under your household insurance as repairs can be expensive.
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