Granite is an igneous rock; it is very durable and stain resistant due to its dense consistency making it in excellent selection for those areas where food preparation or cutting takes place. It is most commonly used for kitchen countertops and exterior surfaces. It has real resistance to abrasion and totally recyclable, ecological and easy to maintain. We offer granite cut to the exact size you request and excel at performing installations. Granite is the best known light colored igneous rock found on earth’s surface and is the most abundant rock in the continental crust. We are professional granite countertop installers in Il. Granite is composed mainly of quartz and feldspar with minor amounts of mica, amphiboles and other minerals. It usually gives light colored igneous rock a red, pink, gray or white color with dark mineral grains visible throughout the rock. The word “granite” is used by people who sell and purchase cut stone for structural and decorative use. Granite is used to make many objects that we encounter in daily life, these include countertops, floor tiles, paving stone, curbing, stair treads, building veneer and cemetery monuments. Granite with visible grains is harder than a marble, hard enough to resist most abrasions. It is strong enough to bear significant weight, weathering, scratch resistant and has a high tolerance to heat. All while accepting a brilliant polish. These characteristics make it a very desirable and useful dimension stone for luxury finishes in walls, floors and countertops. For best granite fabrication and installation company Il call us now: (847)690-9909