Granite is naturally resistant to stains heat and scratches making it a popular choice for kitchens.
Best edge for granite countertable area.
Granite edges for countertops are available in several beautiful styles and shapes.
Straight edges are most appropriate for clean lined designs and look great on both thin and thick granite slabs.
In a clean lined kitchen design a straight edge often fits the profile of the kitchen best.
Every detail in your granite countertop edges will affect your overall cost function product look and feel and durability.
It s a built up thickness but rather than mitered the outside edge is raised.
It does make the countertop look thinner and around the sink area the water can roll from the sink area right into the cabinets because there s no stopping point.
Stone edges are fully customizable design elements that you are able to choose prior to the countertops fabrication.
One of the most dramatic edge profiles is the waterfall edge as you can see in this image of taj mahal quartzite by msi.
When properly sealed it s stain and bacteria resistant meaning it s the ideal surface for food prep.
If you have intricately patterned granite or want to highlight a certain element of your kitchen décor a dramatic backsplash a mosaic tile accent strip an elegant appliance or furniture piece etc the straight edge will work best for you as it will blend with the room and.
Be very careful with that edge guys.
More modern kitchen looks with a contemporary feel will tend to have straight countertop edges while more traditional looks can utilize rounded or bevelled edges for a more classic feel.
The full bullnose is an edge that s not that expensive.
Waterfall edges are a beautiful way to showcase the movement and veining.
If you have chosen to highlight another material in your kitchen such as an eye catching tile or beautiful appliance a straight edge countertop will blend with the kitchen rather than attract attention or steal the show.
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It is an upgrade.
I m assuming the term marine edge refers to how this detail keeps liquids from running off the countertop.
You ll get a one of a kind variation along with other advantages including.
Every slab of natural granite is unique.
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Make sure your countertop pro is capable of doing this edge before.
It s just a full round all the way on top and bottom.