How Granite Countertops Became a Kitchen Staple

If you plan to upgrade your kitchen counter or achieve a more superior-looking kitchen, granite is one of the most preferred natural stones to use for your countertop.

Continue reading to learn how granite countertops became the high-end luxury item for kitchens. 

Granite Countertop’s History

Granite was a relatively new concept for kitchen counters until the 1980s. It only gained popularity later in the decade, with only two colors available. It wasn’t considered a good countertop material back then because of its price.

People eventually understood the importance and value of granite and started to use it as a kitchen countertop material for their homes. It later became the most famous and preferred kitchen countertop material worldwide. Today, it is available in a wide range of colors and can be customized to nearly any shape and size.

What Makes Granite Unique? 

Granite is composed primarily …