Granite kitchen work tops are available in various styles and colors. These countertops are generally of very high quality and are extremely attractive in appearance. They add beauty to the decor of the kitchen and give a table top that can be used for years without showing any wear or damage.

The store where the granite kitchen counter is purchased from, the size and color, are determining factors of the final price of the granite countertops. The best place to find these countertops are online retail websites rather than regular stores, as these retailers offer such items at a lower price. Another plus to buying a granite surface for the kitchen online is the possibility of viewing all options available and making fast price comparison by using reliable websites like Nextag.com or Google Shopping to do so.

Before buying a granite kitchen counter top, make sure to take the measurement of the counter area to get the right counter top size. This is very important to do if you buy your counter top online, because returning such items to online retailers is more of a hassle than returning them to regular stores. Also make sure to consider the thickness of your granite counter top you would need, before purchase.

When buying a granite kitchen counter top, you can choose from a number of color options. These granite countertops are available in Blue Pearl Norway, Tan Brown, Black and White, Black, Baltic Brown Finland and Colonial Gold. Each of these countertops are beautiful in their own way, and you can surely choose one that will match your kitchen decor and color of your cabinets.

You can take a look at Amazon.com if you wish to view a collection of different granite kitchen work surfaces. This site has a number of worktops you can select from; the most low-priced ones are Tan Brown and Giallo Cecilia Brazil countertops which are 9' x 25.5' in size and 1.1/2" thick, and are priced between $590 and $600 each. Other options available on this site are in the price range between $650 and $900; the most expensive one being the Blue Pearl Norway.

Buy Stones Now is a good online retail site which offers very good prices but doesn't have a big selection. This site only sells Colonial Gold and Tan Brown kitchen worktops, but they are far cheaper than those available on Amazon.com.

Installing granite work tops can be a DIY project, however, for the sink hole and cutting of the granite slab to the required size will need the services of a professional. No sooner has the granite countertop been cut to size, it will be necessary to switch off the electricity and water supply, and then take out the old counter top and sink, and apply epoxy to the top areas of the cabinets. Some counter tops are known to be heavy, with some weighing about 300 kg., so it is advisable to have more people to aid you in lifting the counter top to make sure it is put perfectly in place.