Granite for outdoors: benefits and features

Granite for outdoors

Granite for outdoors: benefits, features, and why choose It

When designing an outdoor space, the choice of material is not just an aesthetic or design aspect, but it determines the quality of the project. For outdoor projects like a rooftop terrace, driveway, or facade cladding, Venetian Gold recommends granite for outdoors.

This material is the perfect solution to create balance between natural elegance and the unique technical performance of granites.

Discover all the benefits, features and reasons why you should choose Venetian Gold granites for your next project.

Why choose granite for your outdoor projects?

Granite is an intrusive igneous rock that forms from the slow cooling of magma underground. This process provides a dense structure and hardness that places it at grade 6-7 on the Mohs scale.

Choosing granite for your outdoor projects means choosing a material that:

– is weatherproof: granite is not afraid of frost, UV rays or acid rain;

– is practically eternal: the high resistance of this material to wear makes it ideal even in high-traffic areas;

– requires low maintenance work: due to its reduced porosity, it absorbs fewer liquids than other natural stones.

Granite vs. marble: what are the key differences?

Our clients often ask us: “Why should I prefer granite to marble for my garden?” or “Which one is more enduring: marble or granite?”. While both are very prestigious materials, the differences are enormous for outdoor use.

The main distinction between granite and marble lies in their composition. Marble is a stone composed predominantly of calcium carbonate, while granite is an igneous rock composed of silicates such as quartz and feldspar.

In terms of endurance, granite wins the challenge! Marble tends to scratch easily and can “cloud” or erode, while granite retains its finish. We also emphasize that the porosity of marble makes it easier to stain, while granite offers a much more effective natural barrier.

Marble therefore certainly remains the best choice for classic interiors and sculpture, while granite is certainly perfect for those looking for an external flooring that does not require constant treatment and that remains unchanged under the sun or snow.

How to choose the right granite for your space?

To choose the best granite for your project, we at Venetian Gold recommend you evaluate these 3 main themes:

1. The finish of its surface

For outdoor designs, it’s always best to consider the security aspect. We therefore recommend avoiding shiny finishes (which become slippery if wet) and opting for a grip-like surface such as:

– Flamed: makes the surface rough and safe;

– Bush-hammered: gives a sculpted and natural appearance;

– Honed: this is a good compromise between softness to the touch and slip resistance

2. The chromia and style

From warm shades of yellows and reds to ultra-modern absolute blacks and minimalist grays. The choice of color must harmonize with the surrounding landscape and the architecture of the house. A light granite, such as Bianco Sardo, will tend to get less warm in the sun than a dark granite such as Fossil Black.

3. The destination of use

If granite is used to line a car access ramp, the thickness of the slabs will be bigger than a simple pedestrian walkway. Venetian Gold always recommends carefully evaluating breaking loads before installation.

Finally, If you want to value your outdoor project, we recommend investing in granite. This material never goes out of fashion, it is resistant and is available in many types. You can find the one that best suits your needs.

Want to learn more about “outdoor granite”?

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