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Discover the complete story of one of the world’s most important natural stones in Everything There Is to Know About Granite. From its formation deep within the Earth to its use in ancient monuments, modern architecture, kitchen worktops, flooring, and decorative design, this comprehensive guide explains granite in clear and accessible detail. Inside, you will learn: How granite forms from slowly cooling magma The roles of quartz, feldspar, mica, and accessory minerals How geologists classify different types of granite Why granite appears in white, grey, pink, red, black, green, and blue varieties Where major granite deposits are found around the world How granite is quarried, transported, cut, polished, and finished The physical properties that make granite hard, strong, and durable How granite has been used in ancient and modern architecture How to select, evaluate, install, clean, seal, repair, and restore granite How sustainability, automation, and new technology are changing the granite industry The book also explains the difference between true geological granite and the broader range of stones sold commercially as granite. Readers will gain a practical understanding of colour, grain size, veining, porosity, strength, slab quality, surface finishes, and suitable applications. Written for homeowners, students, designers, builders, architects, stone collectors, and anyone interested in geology or natural materials, this book brings together the scientific, historical, industrial, and practical aspects of granite in one detailed volume. Whether you are choosing a granite worktop, studying igneous rocks, exploring architectural stone, or simply curious about the material beneath some of the world’s most enduring structures, Everything There Is to Know About Granite provides a complete introduction to this remarkable rock.
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