I keep seeing granite countertops listed on real-estate listings, home improvement/remodeling project ads, etc. Why is this particular amenity so popular and considered such a plus? What are the alternatives and why are they inferior (at least, inferior enough not to be explicitly mentioned like granite countertops are)?
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For cooks and bakers heat resistant bench/counter tops are hugely useful since you can plonk pots and pans etc on them without worrying about damage.
For baking, especially breads and pastries you can knead directly on the (cleaned) bench/counter top without the dough warming too much as the natural cool temperature of the stone helps immensely.
You can gently scrape food residue and they are generally resistant to staining and minor damage. There are some stone surfaces that require a sealant due to natural porosity but all in all stone is a versatile and durable product.
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