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.
Installing 12x12 granite tile countertop.
Depending on cabinet type choose a tasteful skirt to form the edge around the countertop.
This is our first stab at granite all advice suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Looking for advice on the installation of 12x12 granite tiles for our kitchen countertop.
What kind of grout.
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.
But ordinarily solid stone countertops are a pricey proposition due to the special tooling and installation required.
How to lay out a 12x12 granite countertop.
Introduction to granite tile countertop.
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.
Can we butt them together or is it better to space and then grout.
Though it is a popular choice for kitchen countertops a large granite slab can be expensive to buy as well as expensive to install.
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.
If we need to space how far apart.
A less expensive alternative to a pricey granite slab is to use 12 x12 granite tiles instead.
5 granite tiles look beautiful and are easier to install than granite slab.
Granite tile made just for countertops.