Any kitchen will definitely look distinctively elegant with black granite countertops. When installed correctly, and then cared for properly, granite will surely last a lifetime, and even beyond. This is mainly because granite is actually rock which has been able to endure earthquakes, meteor strikes, and floods throughout billions of years. Having gone all these will definitely make the granite survive decades of cutting, and other cooking preparations on it as a kitchen countertop.
Surprisingly a neutral color used for a kitchen countertop, black truly blends itself quite well to the many decors and color schemes of a kitchen. As its exact contrast, white kitchen items, and also brushed nickel or stainless steel things, is especially eye-catching when highlighted or set against the black granite’s natural grain. Meanwhile, the other colors, of the usual appliances and furniture pieces, will absolutely match as well with the strikingly-attractive combination of black against white and vice versa.
Black decomposed granite would also look stunning if accented with any wood. Whether the cupboards are hand-rubbed cherry, or whitewashed oak, the entire kitchen will absolutely have a certain gourmet look to it which even a popular TV show chef would be envious about. Undoubtedly, friends and relatives will envy the overall look of the kitchen.
The different grains and colors of black granite generally range from absolute black granite’s almost-pure black to the black pearl granite’s near-gray, with a wide range in-between. The most famous color is absolute black. This has become a sort of a standard in the industry, but, any of the other tones would also be an equally-good choice for a homeowner who wishes to make his/her kitchen stand out amongst other kitchens.
Furthermore, granite is a highly-durable material which is totally rigid against burns, cuts, and scratches. The countertops made of granite can be sliced on, or cut on, with no damage to it. Plus, hot pans and pots straight from the oven or burner can be placed right on top of such countertops with no fear of discoloring, or burning, the surface.
Some would say that these black granite countertops would be more susceptible to smirching, from oils and fats, than the other granite colors. However, such is just a myth. Just like the other natural materials, almost all granite varieties are fairly porous, and require occasional sealing for protection from stains.
In most cases, stains are detectable on the black granite countertops, but when ‘sealed’ properly, these will surely be stain-resistant. A granite supplier-recommended sealer should be occasionally applied on these countertops so as to ensure decades of lasting supreme elegance and great functionality. Well, even way beyond a century.