All you need to know about natural stone tiles Granite

Granite natural stone tiles are a popular choice for kitchen countertops as well as for bathrooms. Due to the fact that granites are highly durable, strong and heatproof. Granite tiles are usually used on the walls and floors, whereas granite slabs are used for making countertops. There are ample of options to choose from the various shapes, sizes, patterns of tiles and stone slabs for sale, that are easily available in the market, . Here are some more insights about this highly preferred Indian stone slabs and tiles.

Granite tiles are light, small in size and cheap as compared to granite slabs. Granite tiles are precisely cut in not more than 12 inches by 12-inch size. While cutting, the tiles are kept slightly thinner than the slabs, due to which Granite tiles get easier to ship and treat. Granite slabs are usually extracted from granite blocks and then shipped to their respective manufacturers. On the basis of the quality of the slabs, these are also carefully cut into level sheets, measuring about 3/4 to 1 and 1/4 inch of thickness. The sheets are about 105 by 54 inches in size. They are carefully cleaned and treated with sealants and polish. As the slabs are heavy, so they require extra support. Whereas the tiles  can be placed normally on the counter tops.

The end looks created from this durable natural stone tile and slabs are different from each other. Granite slabs are the best for kitchens among other Indian stone slabs as they are strong and give a modern look. These are best suited for a small size kitchen as the installation gets easier and the absence of filling lines makes the kitchen look larger. Also, due to the absence of filling lines, granite slabs are easy to clean. But the slabs are more difficult to install, hence professional help us as much. 

These natural stone tiles give a traditional look to the kitchen. They are more versatile and can be fitted even in the complicated areas and corners. But here the filling lines should be covered separately from the tiles. And special care must be taken to match the colour of the filling material with the colour of the granite, such that it is not visible separately. If the filling lines get faded or there is a change in colour, then it must be refilled or cleaned. Although the practice of resealing granite for both the version is same.

As far as the cost is involved, a granite slab is  costlier than a tile. So, the choice between a granite slab and tile should be made as per the project owner’s budget. 

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John Brow is a freelance writer.His articles on topic like natural stone tiles and Indian stone slabs guide are published on various online platforms.