Kitchen Granite Slab Guide: Colours, Thickness, Finishes, Sealing, Heat and Scratch Strength, Wastage, Indicative Rates per Sq Ft and How to Select and Buy Slabs
A kitchen granite slab is a hard natural stone counter that handles heat, knives and daily abuse better than marble, and it is a common choice for busy Pakistani kitchens. Rates run from about PKR 400 to 1,100 per square foot for the slab. This page covers colours, thickness, finishes, sealing, heat and scratch strength, wastage, rates and how to select and buy slabs. For other stones see kitchen slabs, marble prices and kitchen slab height.
Why granite
Granite is hard, heat-tolerant and scratch-resistant, so it suits heavy cooking, rolling dough and hot pans. It is less porous than marble but still benefits from sealing. It is heavy and needs strong cabinets.
Indicative rates
These indicative per square foot ranges are for the slab material, not fabrication.
| Granite | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Local grey or pearl granite | About PKR 400 - 1,100 |
| Black granite | PKR 500 - 1,100 |
| Imported colours and patterns | PKR 900 - 2,500 |
| Fabrication and fitting, per running foot | PKR 300 - 900 |
| Sealer, per tin | PKR 1,000 - 4,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Colours and patterns
Granite comes in greys, blacks, browns and speckled patterns. Fine, even patterns hide crumbs and marks. Strong veins or large crystals look dramatic but can show joints. Always view real slabs and match colours from the same block.
Thickness and finishes
Counters are usually 18 to 30 millimetres thick. Thicker slabs resist cracking. Finishes include polished, honed and leathered. Polished shines and resists stains best, while honed and leathered hide fingerprints.
Sealing and care
Seal granite after fitting and re-seal every year or two, especially light colours. Test with water: if it darkens quickly, re-seal. Wipe spills, use mild soap and avoid acidic cleaners. Use trivets for very hot pans.
Wastage and joints
Allow 10 to 20 percent for cutting and defects. Plan joints in the less visible places and away from the sink and hob cut-outs. Ask the fabricator for a layout drawing on the slabs.
How to select and buy
- View slabs in daylight. Not under shop lights.
- Check for cracks. And filled holes.
- Match the block. For colour consistency.
- Get a written quote. Material, fabrication and fitting listed.
Granite versus marble and quartz
Granite resists heat and scratches better than marble and costs less than most quartz. Quartz needs no sealing and has a uniform look. Marble is the most elegant but stains most easily. For a hard-working Pakistani kitchen, granite is often the practical middle path, as discussed in kitchen slabs.
Before you decide
Choose the slabs yourself, agree the layout and joints in writing and set aside budget for sealing. A well chosen granite counter lasts decades, and keeps its looks with simple care.
Frequently Asked Questions
As a guide, about PKR 400 to 1,100 per square foot for local grey, pearl and black granite, and PKR 900 to 2,500 for imported colours, plus fabrication and fitting. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes, after fitting and every year or two, especially light colours. Test by dropping water on it. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Commonly 18 to 30 millimetres, with a doubled front edge for a thicker look. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
It tolerates heat well, but a trivet is still wise for very hot pans. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
About 10 to 20 percent for cutting and defects. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Yes, we supply across Pakistan. Share the quantity, the size or rating and the place of use on WhatsApp. You get a written rate with the exact model, what is included and the warranty, ready to compare with any other seller. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
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