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Granite used to be quarried in all corners of the British Isles. You can find granite and related igneous rocks in a wide variety of locations in the British Isles: these range a lot in origin and geological age.
British granites display a wide range of textures and colours due to the differences in the conditions of emplacement and mineral composition. (more…)
Granite is a hard natural igneous rock that has a wonderful visible crystalline texture. It forms by the slow crystallisation of molten magma that cools deep down beneath the Earth’s surface.
The word ‘granite’ comes from the Latin word granum, which means grain and which refers to the granular texture of the rock. Granite is the strongest, hardest and most durable of any building stone. (more…)
Granite worktops are a beautiful addition to any kitchen and also offer you great heat resistance, durability and low maintenance.
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