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Installing a granite kitchen countertop is a fail-proof way to increase the value of your home. However, purchasing a granite slab is not as easy and straightforward as the public assumes. Buying a granite slab is a lot like purchasing a car. First, you need to identify the make, model, and color you desire, then you […]

Many countertop suppliers will advertise low prices to attract consumers, and then, once the customer has agreed to purchase, the company will add on additional fees, turning that bargain into a headache. To keep your wallet safe, we have identified three steps to help you avoid hidden costs when buying kitchen countertops.  1. Educate Yourself In […]

While most kitchen designs revolve around neutral color schemes, choosing a bold countertop color is an easy way to add some focus and fun into your space. Here are 9 bold countertop colors that we offer at Granite Selection to help you get inspired for your kitchen renovation. Dynamic Blue – Granite This vivid blue will be […]

Granite is one of the hardest (and most beautiful, in our humble opinion) natural stones for the countertops available for the countertops in your home. While we offer a variety of styles and colors, our countertops typically come in thicknesses of 2-centimeters and 3-centimeters. Durability A regular Chicago granite countertop, regardless of thickness, will outlast most other traditional countertop […]

Granite Remnants are a great way to add a little class to your home without emptying out your pocketbook. Here are 8 stylish and easy to execute uses for granite remnants that you can add to your home this weekend. Decorative Tray Perfect for adding a touch of class to your living room. This decorative tray […]

Congratulations on your new kitchen countertop! It has been a while since you dreamed about owning a piece of rare earth in your kitchen. First, you selected the best slab of granite you ever laid eyes on and designed a kitchen countertop based on what you had in mind. So after all that, what’s next? […]

Chicago granite and marble are both great choices for natural stone countertops. Their unique color patterns, hues and textures are sure to add beauty and character to your living space. Before selecting your countertop, it is important to understand the pros and cons of both so you can choose the right stone for your project. Pros […]

Many people are turned off by DIY projects because they imagine it will take a lot of time, require a lot of skill, and often cost more money after you buy the necessary tools and equipment. But when it comes to making your own granite cleaner, nothing could be simpler. Instead of paying upwards of […]

With the new stone, Cambria, on the scene, it’s important to compare and contrast it with stones the majority of people are already familiar with. Granite has been established as the “best of the best” when it comes to countertop materials but what if it were to be dethroned? Check out the pros and cons of each of […]

Dating back thousands of years, granite is one of the most sought-after building materials.  Granite is a light-colored igneous rock that forms from the slow crystallization of magma below Earth’s surface.  Granite is composed mainly of quartz and feldspar. It is one of the strongest, most durable substances, second only to diamonds. It is more commonly known […]