As consumers gravitate more to in-home entertaining and activities, the kitchen has now, more than ever, become the focal point for family get-together and social entertaining. The kitchen industry has responded to the need for products and finishes that are elegant, yet functional and easy to maintain. One such product is engineered granite counter-tops.

A relatively new technology for counter tops, this surface is becoming popular because of its strength and durability and ease of maintenance. "Engineered granite is really natural stone made better with technology, explains Granite Transformations located in your local city. "We start with natural granite or quartz, depending on the application. We cut the actual slab of stone into smaller stones then we add a polymer and the resin is infused right through the counter-top.

The result is a counter top that is heat resistant, doesn't scratch, is highly resistant to bacterial contamination and, most importantly, doesn't stain like- other types of materials.