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 What
Is Granite?
Granite, igneous rock of visible crystalline
formation and texture. It is composed of
feldspar (usually potash feldspar and oligoclase)
and quartz, with a small amount of mica (biotite
or muscovite) and minor accessory minerals, such
as zircon, apatite, magnetite, ilmenite, and
sphene. Granite is usually whitish or gray with
a speckled appearance caused by the darker
crystals. Potash feldspar imparts a red or flesh
color to the rock. Granite crystallizes from
magma that cools slowly, deep below the earth's
surface.
Exceptionally slow rates of cooling give rise to
a very coarse-grained variety called pegmatite.
Granite, along with other crystalline rocks,
constitutes the foundation of the continental
masses, and it is the most common intrusive rock
exposed at the earth's surface.
Although granite has been known as igneous rocks
derived from, molten masses or magmas, but there
is wide evidence that the origin of some granite
may be attributed to regional metamorphism or
preexisting rocks, rearrangement and
recrystallization taking place without a liquid
or molten stage.
The specific gravity of granite ranges from 2.63
to 2.75. Its crushing strength is from 1050 to
14,000 kg per sq cm (15,000 to 20,000 lb per sq
in). Granite has greater strength than
sandstone, limestone, and marble and is
correspondingly more difficult to quarry. It is
an important building stone, the best grades
being extremely resistant to weathering.
Normally granite is classified in three
different groups:
FINE GRAIN:
Fine grain granites are those which the feldspar
crystals average about 1/16 - 1/8" in diameter.
MEDIUM GRAIN: Medium grain granites are
those in which the feldspar crystals average
about 1/4" in diameter.
COARSE GRAIN: Coarse grain granites are
those in which feldspar crystals average 1/2" ,
and greater diameter or several centimeters in
maximum dimension. Coarse grain granites may
have a lower density.
Are You Damaging Your
Granite?
If you are using an ordinary
household cleaner on your beautiful granite, marble, or
other natural stone surfaces, the answer is yes!
Although incredibly durable, natural stone requires proper
care to maintain its inherent beauty. A penetrating sealer
is typically used to protect against stains by blocking
pores and small cracks in the stone, keeping liquid on the
surface where it can be easily removed.
Most everyday
household cleaners, however, contain ammonia or other
harmful chemicals that break down the sealer, making the
stone more susceptible to staining and reducing its luster
and durability. Common toiletries, like perfume and
toothpaste, also contain ingredients that damage stone or
degrade the sealer.
Our Daily Cleaner, Weekly Polish, Penetrating
Sealer, and Stone & Tile Floor Cleaner have been trusted by
homeowners for years to clean and protect granite, marble,
travertine, silestone, tile, and just about any other kind
of natural or manufactured stone surface.
To keep your natural stone looking brilliant, it’s best to
use products that are specifically formulated to prevent
deterioration and enhance the beauty of natural stone
surfaces. Restore CV, a company with over 20 years
experience in the natural stone business, offers a complete
line of safe, effective, ammonia-free natural stone care
products. Our equipment and process is a very advanced
system to create that brilliant look, as well as a long
lasting effect.
Please contact
us for a free inspection and professional quotation.
Trust Totally Restored, to expertly upgrade your Home.
     
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