Choosing granite:
The name of the game here is to compare, compare, and compare. Make sure to allow plenty of time to look at at least 7-10 different local granite places. Have in mind different color schemes that go with your cabinets before you even go to look or you will be overwhelmed. Also, know your budget ahead of time so you don't get attached to something that is 2-5 times your price range. Believe me, it isn't hard unless your budget is pretty hefty.
The reason I suggest looking at so many different granite places is two-fold. 1.) Obviously you are trying to find the best pricing. 2.) The same kind of granite looks completely different from slab to slab and you want to find the one you like the most. You will be seeing these things up close daily for a long time.
In the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area, the best selection and price we found were at a place called "Granite Rocks!" We looked at about 10 total places in the area and nothing came close to the selection and price that they gave us. We didn't even have to haggle.
Here is a look at our granite at the wharehouse:
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| This was maybe 1/4th of the selection at the wharehouse... |
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| Our selection was Bianco Antico |
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| Our two slabs |
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| Granite installed |
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| We got a granite composite sink which really dresses things up. They don't cost much more either and we highly recommend it. |
Other countertop options:
There are several other countertop options for all price ranges and I will detail these in the "Countertop Options" portion of the blog.
