Granite is a natural stone that was once magma - molten rock - which formed deep within the earth. Over time, the rock cooled and became solid.

Granite comes in many color combinations and patterns. The look of the stone is determined by many factors, including the mineral content and the rate of cooling. Sometimes the magma moved and shifted while cooling, creating granite with striations or swirls called “movement” and “direction.” The movement, direction and color combinations in granite are unique. Some granites are subtle. Others are bold. There are granites available for every taste.

Brazil, India and China are the largest granite producers, but granite is found all over the world. Granite is quarried from the ground in large blocks. The blocks are then shipped to slab factories where they are cut to size and polished. Granite slabs are usually 5 to 6 feet tall and 9 to 10 feet wide.