Introduction
Granite is a popular material for long-lasting, fashionable kitchen worktops. If you are thinking about purchasing a granite worktop, here are some interesting facts about granite. Please return to this page as more facts are discovered for you to read.
Key Facts About Granite Formation
- Granite is entirely natural, having formed billions of years ago from cooled molten magma.
- Granite is the primary component of the Earth’s continental crust.
- Granite is an igneous rock that contains at least 20% quartz and up to 65% alkali feldspar.
- Depending on their mineralogy, granites can be predominantly white, pink, or grey in colour.
- Granite is one of the world’s hardest materials, second only to diamonds.
- Granite has a melting point of 2210 degrees Fahrenheit (1210 degrees Celsius).
Looking For More Information About Granite?
In this article, we’ve covered some of the key facts about granite worktops. If you still have any questions or concerns about granite worktops that we haven’t outlined in this article, let us know and we will be more than happy to help you out. You can email us on info@marble4life.co.uk or alternatively call us on 01274 377600. You can also read our full comprehensive guide on granite worktops.
