Granite is a very hard and lustrous stone that is highly durable, stain resistant and scratch resistant. Its crystalline texture and large variety of beautiful colors makes it the favorite stone for a host of applications. The word “granite” comes from Latin word “granum”, which means grain, in reference to the grained structure of such a crystalline rock. These rocks are formed at great depths and pressure under continents. The natural character of this natural stone can not be matched by even the finest man-made, synthetic material.