This means that granite is slightly harder than marble but both offer reasonably good durability.
Is marble and limestone cheaper than granite.
It s an inherent characteristic of the material and frankly it s part of why i like it so much.
These factors influence the final price of the stone so although limestone is generally more affordable a rare limestone that s travelled a long way may be more expensive than a local marble.
Elegant timeless beauty marble.
It is a softer stone than granite is and it scratches and stains.
Granite can be found in many different styles and colors some more muted and others on the bolder side.
However high end marble tends to be more expensive than equivalent high end granite.
As an example the stunning bath stone which gives the city of bath its distinctive beauty is a limestone found in a particular nearby quarry.
Each slab of granite varies in color over its surface so each slab is unique.
Marble is not for everybody though.
These are both beautiful options for countertops.
Limestone imported from other countries is often light or even dark red brown or black.
If you don t then you are not a candidate for marble counters.
I like materials that age and show wear.
Granite and marble countertops both cost around 40 to 150 per square foot including the cost of installation.
Costs vary according to color and general appearance.
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