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Thinking of white granite countertops?

Are white granite countertops still a worthy investment?

September 26, 2022

Dina Kahrimanovic

Granite and Quartz Countertop Expert

A detailed blog with everything you need to know about white granite countertops!

I wanted to go into detail on some of the most common questions we get regarding installing white granite countertops in your home. There may be a lot of confusion on their durability and sustainability. With so many other products on the market I can see how that may get overwhelming. Additionally, we are here to provide you all the answers to your questions and help you select the countertop you may be most comfortable with. Whether these end up being white granite countertops or white quartz countertops, maybe even marble!

Are white granite countertops stain resistant?

Just like all natural material, there is a chance of staining. However, the industry has provided up with ample amount of information as well as sealing products that will help with staining. You have probably heard of sealer. Its purpose it to penetrate to the top layer of your white granite countertops and create a barrier. This barrier will help in case you spill anything on the surface that may cause a stain. So are your white granite countertops stain resistant? No they are not, but we are here to assure you that they have been used for centuries. Not just as countertops, but as architectural buildings that still show no wear as they have been weathered hundreds of years or more.

What are the most popular names for white granite countertops?

We have three local suppliers here in Urbandale and Grimes Iowa. All the slabs you see in this blog are from said suppliers. I am also linking their websites here. Midwest Tile, Sunderlands and Architcural Surfaces. The colors which seem to be the current favorites are Alaskan White, Pataya, … Only to name a few! This does not mean that this is all that is available. With granite being a natural stone, new colors are mined all the time. We highly encourage all of our customers to take a walk through our suppliers warehouses. They are absolute gems! Some of the colors you will see are beyond what we can envision. Well worth a trip even to just browse. We also have no problem taking this trip with you. This gives us new ideas we can design with. As well as the ability to help you select the most luxurious white granite countertops to make your dream kitchen possible!

What is better, white granite countertops or white quartz countertops?

I am not sure to say one is better than the other. They both serve their purpose. Additionally, they both have pros and cons. Granite is a natural stone, therefore, you will only find your particular slab ONE time. There is no two slabs that will look identical. This being said, it means your white granite countertops will be unique and one of a kind. Even if you neighbor has the same “Name” their white granite countertops will look different than yours. This is the ultimate beauty of selecting a natural product.

We go in depth of the pros and cons in THIS blog. This can help you determine which direction you want to go. The key is to be educated. We love the way white quartz countertops look. They have been one of our top sellers for a number of years now. Even with the east coast and west coast saying this trend is fading slowly we are yet to see it here in the Midwest.

What is the con to having white granite countertops?

The only thing that I can think of to be a potential negative to having white granite countertops is what I have mentioned above. Additionally, I would like to add again that every color is different. And you will notice that most the white granite will have additional colors within them. Unlike quartz which will pretty much be what you see in your slab. I have to draw attention to natural stone; each color will have a plethora of additional colors that you can design with. Many slabs will have ruby colors as well as natural beige and who can we not mention the black and grays. It is almost impossible to describe all the colors within the stone. This is why we recommend you go see them for yourself. There is a whole different dimension that naturally just shines when you look at them. Same as it is when you are looking at a diamond.

What is the best way to select white granite countertops?

This will certainly depend on what your vision is for your home. If this is your forever home we recommend going with the color that suits your dream as well as your budget. There are so many options on the market. One should not have to settle with something that they may regret later on. This is why we want to provide you with all the information possible. In the end this will bring your dream to life and make your kitchen be exactly as you wanted.

If you are doing a remodeling of your existing home to put it on the market and you are looking for something to stay within the trend. This is also fairly simple to achieve. There are many budget friendly white granite countertops on the market. Do not think it is out of range just because the industry treats this like a luxury. Though it is luxury, but it certainly does not have to be out of reach. One of the reasons we work with multiple suppliers is to give variety.

Conclusion

My conclusion is, go with your gut. Select your white granite countertops with the feeling you get when you set your eyes on them. Sky is the limit. We have had customers search for months to select their perfect stone. Now, I am not saying you need to be one of those customers, I am simply stating that nothing is out of reach.