Granite is an elegant and relatively rare stone which has astonishing heat and scratch-resistant properties, which make it highly desirable for kitchen worktops. It is an igneous rock which is formed from magma, which once cooled will become the granite that goes on to feature in kitchens across the globe.
The process in which granite has mined has not changed much over the centuries. Colossal slabs are processed in quarries before being taken to a different facility to be cut into thinner blocks, with granite being one of the hardest materials on the planet, a diamond saw is used to cut through it.
Diamond is also used to polish the granite, giving it its shiny, magnificent finish. The raw stone is then turned into a granite worktop using special tools and is then cut precisely by a stone mason into its required shape. A combination of both computer operated stone routers and hand routers are used to shape the edges of the worktop, these are then polished until they are as wonderfully luminescent as the stop surface.
ADMIRAL BLUE QUARTZITE GRANITE
ALASKA WHITE GRANITE
AZUL BAHIA GRANITE
BLACK BELVEDERE GRANITE
BLACK FOREST GRANITE
BLUE TORDILHO GRANITE
COPACABANA GRANITE
GAULTIER QUARTZITE GRANITE
MONT BLANC QUARTZITE GRANITE
MOON WHITE GRANITE
PRADA GOLD GRANITE
ROMA BLUE QUARTZITE GRANITE
ROSA PORRINO GRANITE
SEA PEARL QUARTZITE GRANITE
WHITE MACAUBAS QUARTZITE GRANITE
CALACATTA DIAMONTE
DELICATUS GRANITE
SATINVRION GRANITE
MAGMA GOLD GRANITE
NEVASCA GRANITE
TAJ MAHAL QUARTZITE
INDIAN BLACK GRANITE
BLACK FUSION GRANITE
COSMIC BLACK GRANITE
SODALITE GRANITE
COLONIAL WHITE GRANITE
FANTASY BROWN QUARTZITE
GREEN MACAUBAS QUARTZITE
BIANCO ECLIPSIA QUARTZITE
BLACK FUSION GRANITE
GREEN NIGHT LEATHER GRANITE
BLACK FOREST LEATHER GRANITE
COSMIC BLACK GRANITE
PEDRAS SALGADAS GRANITE
BALTIC BROWN GRANITE
COFFEE BROWN GRANITE
CYGNUS QUARTZITE
SANTORINI QUARTZITE
VISCOUNT WHITE GRANITE
AQUARELLA
BARILOCHE
BLUE PEARL
COTE D'AZUL
CRISTALOS GREEN QUARTZITE
EMERALD PEARL
FANTASY BROWN QUARTZITE
FUSION BLUE QUARTZITE
GOLD FUSION
GOLD MACAUBAS QUARTZITE
GREEN MACAUBAS
JUPARANA TORRONE
MAORI
ANGOLA BLACK
PATAGONIA
RED BRASILIA GRANITE
GIALLO VENEZIANO
IVORY FANTASY
LEMURIAN BLUE
MADURA GOLD
MARINACE DARK
NERO ASSOLUTO
STAR GALAXY
STEEL GREY
VOLGA BLUE
AZUL MACAUBAS QUARTIZE
All of these materials are an indicative image of the stone reflecting the typical colour and texture. As it is a natural product, each individual slab will have it’s own unique geological characteristics. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Capital Granite offers premium quality stone sourced from the best quarries and manufacturers. Our products are available in a wide range of styles and finishes, which helps clients find the ideal material for their project.
We stock materials that are suitable for any type of project, from worktops for commercial environments through to kitchen or bathroom flooring for private residences. Here is a little more information about some of the materials we offer.
To learn more, contact Capital Granite on 020 8531 2963 or email info@capitalgranite.co.uk. You can also continue reading to learn more about the additional services we provide.
- Granite surfaces are extremely durable and long-lasting
- It is a beautiful material with a luminous appearance
- Eco-friendly material
- Formed by heat and pressure, so can easily tolerate the heat of a frying pan
- It can be fixed easily, in the unlikely event of a chip or crack
- It can be made perfectly flat, which is ideal for worktops
- Granite is easy to clean
- Given the granite’s longevity, it doesn’t depreciate in value
- It is a sanitary material, which is resistant to bacteria and dirt. This makes it ideal for kitchens and bathrooms
- Because of its positive attributes, granite will add value to your property
However, there are also a handful of disadvantages:
- All granite slabs are unique, which can make it difficult to obtain a uniform appearance in large installations
- Although it is stain resistant, granite can be stained
- It is more expensive than many other materials and labour intensive to install
- The heavy weight of granite means it may require additional support, particularly if larger pieces are being used
- Damage can occur if you hit a granite worktop with a hard metal object like a meat tenderiser or meat cleaver
Natural Stone
Natural stone is a generic term used to describe products mined from the earth. The natural stone products we offer customers include granite, quartz, marble, limestone, sandstone, onyx, slate, travertine and much more.
All of our natural stone products are ethically sourced from the world’s leading mines. Our slabs are carefully chosen for their quality, durability, and unique appearance. We always do our best to ensure customers have easy access to natural stone products of exceptional quality.