Want to Avoid Bad Choice of Granite - Basement Bar

[RobertGE]

Hi All,

I'm new to natural stone applications and I am presently finishing a basement with a bar/kitchen area which will be finished with granite bartops/countertops. Because of lighting issues, I'm looking at lighter shades - specifically, Cashmere Gold, Shiva Gold and Madura (Madurai?) Gold.

Can anyone advise whether these granite types will present any problems versus other types of granite in this type of setting? This bar will have a beer tap, and acidic items like lemons/limes for drink prep will be present.

Thanks very much!!!

Bob

[Topshop]

I haven't had any problems with these stones with acid etching like you would get from lemon/lime juice. Just be sure that the sealer is kept up to date on these stones to avoid wine/beer staining. They do tend to be a bit like a sponge being sandy textured stones.

	sealer Impregnation: This is commonly known as sealers. This is the first stage in preserving and maintaining your investment. This stage should occur ever six to eight months. There are three types of impregnation (solvent, water, silicone based), regardless to brand. This will stop most water base stains from occurring. It also will stop the stone from been damage beyond repair.

[Huligar]

Is this the stone that you are looking at?

[RobertGE]

Yes it's quite similar to that - I took some photos at the distribution warehouse but the file sizes exceed the site's limits.

[Huligar]

can you email them to me? I can have them up in a matter of seconds. services@huligar.com

[RobertGE]

Okay, pics on the way. Thanks!

[Huligar]

The images are now in photo gallery.

I like It has less chance of oxidation

[RobertGE]

Thanks Huligar, Topshop, I really appreciate your help.

[Topshop]

All these stones are sandy type stones from India. They all fabricate very well.