When setting your budget you need to know that granite
When setting your budget you need to know that granite has three quality groupings that influence the price. You will find the premium grade granite is very expensive but on the other hand it has beautiful colors and patterns plus its thicker than the lower grade granite. It's advisable to go for the medium grade or the premium grade for it offers the best appearance. Granite is also grouped in tiers and the rarest pattern is the most expensive so if you want a blue granite for example then you will have to spend more because it is a rare color. When setting your budget you also need to choose the thickness you want since it will affect the price. There are two granite thickness the 2cm also known as 3/4 of an inch and the 3 cm also known as 1 1/4 inches. The 3 cm is the popular with most people for it does not require plywood reinforcement.
After you have decided on the type of granite you want the next step is deciding how much granite you need. Most suppliers sell granite in square foot and it will range usually between $20-$100 per square foot depending on the supplier. This stage will require you to take actual measurements of the area to be covered with the granite. When taking the measurement you need to be careful and make sure your measurement are accurate. If you have an existing countertop then all you need to do is create a template of the countertop. When creating the template do not forget to mark the openings correctly like the under mount sinks.