The family is retaining ownership, and Bill Condron, President and CEO of The Granite Group, will continue to lead the Company, using additional resources and expertise from BBHCP to execute on a shared vision of growth.

Granite that is well-made and doesn't have cracks or blemishes can be more costly than granite that isn't manufactured well or properly. Rarity. There are rarer types of granite, such as exotic granite or granite with unique patterns and colors. These types of granite tend to command a higher price.

One of the rarest types of granite the world is Van Gogh Granite known for its aqua blue and mint green color with burnt orange veining. Since the combination of blue and red granite specifically is so rare in nature it is the most expensive.

Long-term durability Granite is one of the hardest natural stones. It has scratch resistance and is hard to crack. Granite is naturally formed by pressure and heat, which means that granite countertops resist heat. So if you accidentally put a hot pan on it, it would not melt.