Frequently asked questions
1 What are some installation and maintenance tips for my slate floor?
2 Isn't granite expensive?
3 What are the advantages of having granite?
4 Isn't granite porous? What about sealers?
5 I've heard that granite breeds bacteria, is that true?
6 How do I clean my granite countertops?
7 Doesn't granite scratch easily?
8 Are the seams very noticeable?
9 Aren't all granites dark-colored?
10 Where do I go to view and select a granite?
11 What is slate?
12 Where does slate come from?
13 How long will slate last?
 
   
     
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Q. Isn't granite porous? What about sealers?

A.
Granite is the next hardest material to a diamond. There are some granites that are more porous than others however, all of our granite countertops are sealed during the fabrication process and again upon installation. The rule of thumb is that when the water no longer beads up, it's time to re-seal. For some folks that's two years, for some it's 4-5. It depends upon usage.