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Why are some Granite Colors more Expensive than Others?
Some granite colors are more expensive than others due to a number of reasons. Certain colors are harder to locate and quarry compared to other colors of granite. Colors such as black or red are some of the more rare colors of granite and can be difficult to find in substantial quantities with fine grains. The granite could also be a very in-demand color of granite and the more a color is desired by consumers the more expensive it becomes.
Also take into consideration the fact that many granite colors are imported. India, China, Sweden, and South Africa are just a few of the countries that export granite and many more countries are exploring for potential granite quarries. Granite is an igneous rock located deep in the earth’s crust and can be found on almost every continent. It is tediously mined by quarry workers beneath the earth, lifted out of the quarry in huge stone slabs carried by cranes, and then transported to a stonemason shop. The granite is then cut down further and shipped to companies who shape it into the material they need (such as headstones or countertops).
The grain quality can also add to the expense. Fine-grained granites are harder to locate and are the most desired because of the look and quality of the stone. The finer the grain of granite, the more durable it is. The grains are determined by how quickly the magma cools and how much pressure the earth puts onto the stone. Magma that cools slowly and that is under more pressure (because it’s deep within the earth) tends to have finer grains than magma that cools quickly.
If you want a particular granite color, but are concerned about the price of the granite, consider how much of the gravestone you want polished. While polishing makes a granite headstone shiny, it can also add an additional expense. Sometimes the natural stone, especially for rare colors of granite, is beautiful without polishing. There are also several finishes that can be added with natural rock to give the gravestone more character.
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