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| Property |  Granite |  Marble |  Limestone |  Slate |  Quartz |  Sandstone |  Flagstone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durability | 10/10 | 6/10 | 7/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| Price Range | $60–$200/sq ft | $75–$250/sq ft | $30–$120/sq ft | $25–$90/sq ft | $55–$150/sq ft | $20–$80/sq ft | $15–$60/sq ft |
| Origin | Quebec, Ontario, BC | Quebec, BC, Imported | Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta | Quebec, Newfoundland, BC | Manufactured (Caesarstone, Cambria) | Alberta, Saskatchewan | Ontario, Quebec, Alberta |
| Best For | CountertopsFacades | CountertopsBathrooms | FacadesFireplaces | RoofingFlooring | CountertopsVanities | FacadesLandscaping | PatiosWalkways |
| Colors | Black, Grey, Pink | White, Cream, Green | Cream, Buff, Grey | Dark Grey, Green, Purple | White, Grey, Black | Buff, Red, Brown | Grey, Brown, Multi-toned |
| Freeze-Thaw | Excellent | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
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