If we need to space how far apart.
Installing 12x12 granite tile countertop.
A less expensive alternative to a pricey granite slab is to use 12 x12 granite tiles instead.
What kind of grout.
5 granite tiles look beautiful and are easier to install than granite slab.
Depending on cabinet type choose a tasteful skirt to form the edge around the countertop.
Introduction to granite tile countertop.
Not only do granite tiles make an attractive and durable countertop they re easy to apply and weigh much less than a solid granite top.
Can we butt them together or is it better to space and then grout.
But ordinarily solid stone countertops are a pricey proposition due to the special tooling and installation required.
This is our first stab at granite all advice suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
While granite is a popular choice for kitchen countertops the high cost of materials and installation can put a big dent in your home improvement budget.
The tile we used has a thick rounded bullnose that gives the front edge of the countertop a more elegant look than standard tile can and eliminates the slow fussy task of cutting and installing thin strips of tile to cover the edge.
Though it is a popular choice for kitchen countertops a large granite slab can be expensive to buy as well as expensive to install.
Granite tile made just for countertops.
Granite tile is considerably less expensive than granite slab sometime less than half the cost.
Natural beauty durability resistance to heat and a sense of permanence are the hallmarks of a granite countertop.
One reason for the lower price is that granite tiles are substantially thinner than slab thus there is less stone per square foot and they are easier to transport.