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Is your kitchen countertop a source of pride or stress? The right countertop enhances your kitchen’s look, functionality, and home value. With countless options, the process can feel overwhelming. At Granite Selection alone, there are over 14,000 unique slabs of stone from which to choose. There’s no set way on how to buy countertops, but […]

Tired of the same old neutral countertops? Imagine a kitchen where the beauty of nature takes center stage. Green countertops are transforming kitchens into serene, stylish spaces, offering a unique blend of warmth, freshness, and elegance. Whether your taste leans towards traditional or modern, rustic or minimalist, there’s a green countertop to suit your style […]

A stone countertop is a beautiful addition to any space. Whether your kitchen is covered in your favorite granite countertop, or your bathroom is decked out with quartz, a stone countertop is a gorgeous, unique, and customizable characteristic in any home. With all the careful thought that went into selecting your stone countertop, we want […]

Quartz makes any kitchen or bathroom look fantastic, although you should know how to clean quartz countertops. Check this post to avoid common mistakes.

Like giant slabs of diamond, granite is forever. Formed under immense subterranean geological pressure, granite is an extremely dense composite of hardy minerals that is virtually impervious to scratches, scuffs, stains, and heat. But granite is also as beautiful as a diamond, if not more so—it is rich and vibrant in hue, with colors and […]

Many Chicago homeowners are creating granite kitchen and bath countertops, as the stone is incredibly popular across the country. But how is granite formed? What is granite made of? Is it suitable for your specific practical and design needs? We’ll try answering this and many other questions about granite and help you correctly choose a […]

If you are planning on a kitchen countertop makeover, you might have come across suggestions to use granite due to its marble-finish looks. You are probably trying to understand why people like marble finish, but go for granite instead of actual marble. The most basic answer to this curiosity is the price difference between these […]

Quartz is an attractive addition to any kitchen or bathroom countertop at any price point. This is because of its unique colors and patterns. They can instantly make your kitchen centerpieces look like a work of art. May it be to a homeowner, or a commercial real estate developer, quartz is a truly wonderful go-to […]

When it comes to fireplace design today, quartz is the word on everyone’s mind. Why? Quartz is harder and more durable than granite, keeping its polish while enduring high temperatures and lots of wear and tear. Plus it retains heat better distributing the warmth of your fire throughout the room even after you put it out. […]

Lost in the ocean of colors for your granite countertop? At Granite Selection, we can help you find out the top trends and most popular granite colors in 2022-2023!