Posted on March 6, 2012 at 7:42pm
by kathy
Although most granite countertops don’t need to be sealed, it does help the stone resist dirt and spills, which can cause etching and staining [source: Marble Institute of America]. By its nature, granite is moisture-resistant — however, it’s also porous. Sealants block liquids from seeping into the granite. A properly sealed countertop will cause liquids…
Posted on March 6, 2012 at 7:41pm
by kathy
Stones, and the minerals of which they are composed, have been studied with keen interest in the earth science fields for centuries. Geology is the study of the formation and history of the earth, while petrography is the study of rocks and the minerals of which they’re made. Geologists and petrographers worldwide have defined hundreds…
Posted on March 6, 2012 at 7:34pm
by kathy
Studies repeatedly show granite countertops pose NO health risk Repeated studies from respected scientists have come to the same conclusion: Radon emissions from granite countertops aren’t even close to posing a health risk. While it’s true that samples can vary and some samples can be more of a source of radiation than others – the…
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