Missoula Granite and Stone Inc.
Serving western montana
Commercial & Residential
Kitchen Remodels, Missoula contractor, granite countertops
marble countertops,
quartz countertops
Serving Western Montana
Commercial & Residential
Granite
Granite is one of the most popular choices of stone with good reason. Granite is not only beautiful and comes in a huge variety of styles, but it is also durable, scratch resistant and a completely natural stone.
Pros:
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Durable, natural stone in a solid slab
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Can be cut on (may dull your knives)
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Cons:
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Porous and more proned to staining (should be sealed every few years)
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can chip if heavy items are dropped on it
Quartz
While Quartz is typically thought of as a natural stone, it is actually engineered. Many different ground up minerals, resins and pigments are combined to make these slabs, which offers many benefits like natural stone, without some of the drawbacks. They require a manufactured finish which allows the ability to create any kind of look. while not needing to sacrifice quality.
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Pros:
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Wide color range
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Less prone to cracking & chipping
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Easier to maintain without staining
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Cons:
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Typically more expensive
Marble
Marble is a natural stone with a classic look that many love. It has a very elegant and beautiful style, with natural veining that is hard to copy. It is softer than granite which makes it easier to work with and offers the ability to create more artistic edges.
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Pros:
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Beautiful unique designs
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can be shaped easier
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Cons:
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Most susceptible to staining, cracking and scratching
