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Granite or marble kitchen sink?

April 29, 2021aliacetrefli

Discover the advantages and disadvantages of granite or marble for kitchen sinks and choose the best option for your kitchen!

In order to finish and decorate the kitchen , we always need to make decisions carefully. This is a room that we spend a large part of the day not only socializing with our family, but also doing household chores that, on the run, can be quite stressful. Therefore, it is important to choose a pleasant, modern decoration, but that does not overload the environment.

When choosing the kitchen sink , granite and marble pieces are some of the most popular noble materials. But it is always good to have as much information about the object you are going to buy, because, after all, when it comes to choosing key pieces for the rooms of the house, it is important to think not only about aesthetics, but mainly about functionality and durability of material.

Details such as the sink and the kitchen countertop must be handpicked, so that there is no unnecessary expense with replacement in a short period of time. So, if you are between granite or marble, it is worth asking yourself: what is the ideal for your kitchen? Know that these two materials have different characteristics that are decisive for your choice.

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  • Granite or marble?
    • Features of granite
    • Features of marble
    • Now it’s up to you!

Granite or marble?

The granite kitchen and marble stones are both noble and aesthetically very beautiful, ma s is important to understand the characteristics of each one to make the right choice for the kitchen sink!

Think about that specific part of the room. In the sink, all household utensils, dishes and appliance parts are washed. In addition, many foods are cut on the surface: we handle acidic substances, foods that give color and so on. That is, this material cannot absorb much water, as it will always be wet. It must also be resistant to cracks, stains and scratches, so that it can last for a long time, without losing its beauty.

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Features of granite

Granite is a type of rock formed by minerals such as feldspar, quartz, mica, among others. Granite tiles come in a wide variety of sizes, colors, styles and shapes to match any kitchen.

In addition to being beautiful, granite kitchen sinks are highly durable and very resistant to heat. Granite is also extremely resistant to scratches, very hygienic and easy to clean. It is no wonder that it is one of the most frequent choices for both the sink and the kitchen countertop.

However, some models and granite colors (especially the lighter ones) can absorb liquid and stain over time. For this, it is necessary to waterproof the part, with specific products for this function.

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Features of marble

Marble is a metamorphic rock derived from limestone and is widely used in civil construction in general and in decoration. Their colors and designs vary according to the metamorphic degree and the ores present in each rock. Like granite, it can be smoothed and polished to produce various decorative and functional pieces that we see in stores.

Marble is highly valued as a building material and therefore tends to have a relatively high price. It is more porous than granite and, therefore, ends up absorbing more water and creating stains. In addition, it has a greater propensity to deform and even break or chip, as it is a less resistant stone.

Despite this, marble can also be treated to become waterproof, with specific products. Always remember to consult the opinion of professionals, before buying and waterproofing your pieces, as you may end up damaging the stone.

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Now it’s up to you!

Does a granite or marble kitchen sink weigh on your budget? An affordable alternative to a solid stone sink is made of acrylic material or even a quartz stone surface, but with resin in its composition ( synthetic stone based on quartz). The additional advantage of this model is the considerably greater resistance and the lower porosity (and therefore more resistant to stains) when compared to natural stones.

Still having doubts? Check here on the blog how to choose kitchen sink , search for references and get inspired! After that, just access the United Granite NJ virtual store , or visit one of our stores !

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