Many people might not know all of the advantages of granite countertops.  Over the years I have found that one major plus of granite is that it is 99% bacteria free. Personally I like to be able to cook and put the hot pan or iron plate right on the granite with out damaging the granite counter top.  Now the stove has more space for other pot and pans that still need to cook.  Stop by Granite $375 located in Baltimore, Maryland to see our granite color selections.