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Granite
is a very hard, crystalline,
igneous rock primarily composed
of feldspar, quartz accompanied
by one or more dark minerals.
It is visibly homogeneous
in texture. The term "Granite"
is derived from the Latin
word "Granum" meaning
"grain" because
of its granular nature. Granite
is the hardest building stone,
and granite slabs and granite
tiles occupy a prominent place
among dimensional stones.
Due to its hardness, resistance
to weathering, capability
to take mirror polish, fascinating
colors and textural patterns,
granite slabs and granite
tiles are extremely popular.
The principal characteristics
of granite also include high
load bearing capacity, crushing
strength, abrasive strength,
amenability to cutting and
shaping without secondary
flaws, ability to yield thin
and large slabs and - above
all - durability. Due to the
dense grain, granite is impervious
to stain. Polished granite
slabs and granite tiles have
achieved a special status
as building stones globally.
Granite is also used for wall
cladding, roofing, flooring,
and a variety of other interior
and exterior applications.
India is one of the largest
producers of granites blocks
and processed granite slabs
and granite tiles. Granites
from leading Indian exporters
are listed here in this portal.
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