7 Myths About Granite

There are a slew of myths pertaining to the uniquely beautiful material we call granite. These myths originate from a variety of sources, from individuals trying to boast the product for marketing purposes, to people criticizing the product in favor of a competing product, or even individuals who are confused and complicating a simple matter.  It may seem like the facts are always changing. The Orlando stone experts at Bedrock Industries don’t want you to be swayed by untrue granite rumors or gossip. Here are 7 common myths about granite:

1. Feel free to put all your hot pots and pans on your granite countertop, because they’re heat-resistant. Granite is an extremely resilient material and it can withstand the temperatures associated with a hot stovetop pan, however, excessive heat can damage and discolor your granite surfaces. Rapid heating can also cause significant internal stress, causing weak spots, like a natural flaw in the Orlando stone, to crack. While transferring your hot objects to your granite countertops may not damage it this time, it’s still important to avoid getting into the habit of taking your hot pots and pans off the stove and putting them directly on your granite countertops.

2. Granite is high maintenance. Granite is extremely easy to take care of. Routine cleaning with mild soap and water is sufficient for keeping granite clean.

3. My granite surfaces will stain easily. Granite is actually quite stain resistant. It has the ability to withstand the natural elements and retain its pre-instillation beauty.

4. You should reseal your granite counter once or twice per year. This is a generalization. There is no single recommendation for sealing your granite. Resealing requirements are specific to each individual Orlando stone. Consult your granite installer for its post-installation care.

5. Granite will lose its shine with age. Marble loses its polished finish with time, but granite will shine as if brand new, without showing signs of daily wear.

6. Granite is scratch proof; only a diamond can scratch my granite. Granite is very scratch-resistant, but it’s not entirely scratch proof. There are an abundance of substances that are harder than, and capable of scratching granite. Abrasive substances found in cleaning products can actually cause tiny scratches on your granite surface.

7. Your granite countertop is a cesspool of radon emitting, cancer-causing plague. Information stating that your granite surfaces are bacteria infested or radioactive is extremely exaggerated. Fallacies such as these were put out by companies that sell granite, or that compete with granite sales.

Granite is one of the many Orlando stone products offered at Bedrock Industries. Feel free to contact us with any of your granite or other masonry questions. We are a full-service masonry supplier for the Central Florida area and we’re available to help you with all of your masonry projects. Contact us today for arrangement of your masonry pickup or delivery.