Granite is a natural stone that truly becomes a piece of artwork in your home. Granite is appreciated because of its organic characteristics, and its heat and scratch resistance. Although granite is beautiful, it is a natural stone that consists of pores and fissures, which require sealing to keep the surface free of staining or other damage. Each slab of granite is unique, so it is important to select your slab(s) at the granite yard in order to choose what works best for your project.