Selecting a counter where the edges are thicker than the rest of the slab may enable you to get the thick look you want without the price tag of a thicker slab.
Thicker granite slab.
The standard thicknesses are 1cm some manufactures actually use 1 2cm 2cm and 3cm.
Inch thick slabs.
Countertop thickness is measured in centimeters.
About 19 pounds per square foot.
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How much does a slab of granite weigh.
A 1 1 4 inch granite countertop provides a thicker edge profile which is beneficial for decorative edges such as ogee or dupont.
The thicker slabs usually weigh approximately 19 pounds per square foot while the thinner slabs weigh less than 13 pounds per square foot.
Since granite is a natural material quarried from the earth size varies.
Both thicknesses may be used for counter tops but 3 4 inch granite is usually laminated into a double thickness slab so the finished counter top is 1 1 2 inches thick.
2 cm granite slabs went out of favor mostly because they involve extra work which equates more expenses for you the homeowner.
Most slabs used for counters are roughly 1 25 inches thick.
Per square feet for a 3 4 or 2 cm inch thick slab.
Under 13 pounds per square foot.
Thickness can vary across the expanse of the slab.
Granite fabrication is typically only available from 2cm or 3cm.
Most granite is too fragile for 1cm.
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Some countertops have a thicker rim at the edge.
1 cm is equal to 3 8 2cm is equal to and 3cm is equal to 1.
You have two standard options for granite thickness.
Thus installers often have to shore up parts of the slab so that all areas are supported.
1 inch thick slabs.
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The thicker granite can also extend farther from the cabinets without requiring support which helps homeowners who want to extend the edge to provide seating at the counter.
1 two centimeter 2 cm granite slabs were the previous industry standard.
Average 56 to 70 square feet per slab.
Incidentally this can be one way to reconcile the appearance you want with the amount of money you have or rather don t have to spend.