Granite has been the benchmark for premium countertops for decades — and for good reason. It's a natural stone pulled from the earth, cut into slabs, and finished by our own team at our Eldersburg facility. No two slabs are identical. The variation you see in the sample is the point: your kitchen will look like nobody else's.
We've fabricated and installed granite countertops across Maryland for 15+ years. The numbers below and the gallery of colors we carry reflect real Maryland projects — what people actually choose, and why.
Not all granites are the same
Granite is a broad category — and within it, the differences between stones are significant. Hardness, porosity, pattern density, color stability, and suitability for different applications all vary from one granite to the next. A Black Galaxy behaves differently than a Dallas White. A White Ice has different maintenance needs than an Absolute Black.
Our designers will help you navigate these differences based on how you actually use your kitchen. Heavy cooker who puts cast iron on the counter every night? We'll point you toward denser, harder granites. Want a light, airy look with dramatic movement? We'll show you which stones deliver that without hidden trade-offs. Outdoor kitchen? We'll tell you exactly which granites are resin-free and UV-stable.
The goal is to match you with a stone that looks the way you want and performs the way your life demands — not just the first beautiful slab you see.
How granite slab selection works
Granite is fundamentally different from quartz in one critical way: every slab is unique. Even within the same color name — "Dallas White," "Black Pearl," "White Ice" — no two slabs look the same. This means you cannot select granite from a sample chip or a photo. You need to see and approve the actual slab that will become your countertop.
Here's how we handle slab selection at GranitePro:
- We start in the showroom. You'll see samples and discuss color direction, pattern weight, and movement preferences with our designers.
- We walk full slabs in person. We start in our own slab warehouse — but we're not here to push what we have in stock. Whether it's material we carry or a stone at one of our local slab importer warehouses, our mission is to help you find the perfect stone for your kitchen. We'll take you wherever we need to go to make that happen.
- We plan the layout before cutting. During digital templating, we lay out exactly how the slab will be cut so the best part of the pattern falls in the most visible spot.
- We tag your slab. Once you've chosen, your slab is tagged to your job. The stone you saw is the stone you receive — no substitutions.
This whole process is included in your project. Slab selection support is not an upcharge — it's just how granite should be done.
Granite needs periodic sealing — here's what that actually means
Granite is mildly porous and benefits from a penetrating sealer applied every few years. Initial sealing is included with every install. Resealing is a 10-minute homeowner job: wipe on, wait, wipe off. You don't need a contractor.
The "water test" tells you when it's time: drop water on the surface. If it beads up, you're good. If it absorbs within a few minutes, reseal. Most granite needs this every 3–7 years depending on the stone's density. We'll tell you exactly what your specific stone needs at install.
Browse our granite color selection
The gallery below shows the granite colors and patterns available through GranitePro. Filter by color family or style. Every color shown can be viewed as a full slab in person at either of our two Maryland showrooms — we strongly recommend it before making a final selection.
Want to see these slabs in person?
Visit our Eldersburg or Columbia showroom — no appointment needed. Full slabs, not just samples.
Granite for outdoor kitchens
Many granite varieties are an excellent choice for outdoor kitchens — UV-stable, capable of handling temperature extremes from Maryland winters through summer heat, and naturally at home in an outdoor setting in a way engineered surfaces aren't.
However, not all granites are suitable for outdoor use. Some granite slabs are treated with resins during processing that can degrade with prolonged UV exposure. We'll tell you exactly which stones in our selection are outdoor-appropriate and which should stay inside — before you make any decision. Quartz is never suitable for outdoor use regardless of variety.
If you're planning an outdoor kitchen, tell us upfront — we'll steer you toward the right stone from the start.
