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Everything you need to know about Granite Counter Top Edges

  1. Granite is the most common countertop material used in many people’s dream kitchen designs. Did you ever think about the edge of your granite countertop? 
  2. The edge of your kitchen countertops plays a large role in determining its aesthetics and how easy it is to clean. Which granite edge profile is right for you?
    Check out these 8 granite countertop edges. So here they are!
    The edge style of your granite countertop is influenced by the style of your kitchen and how you live, including your cooking habits, young children, space, pets, and other lifestyle factors. Granite countertop edge styles include:
  • Full Bullnose Edge
    There are basically curves all the way around full bullnose edges, so the protruding part of your granite countertop is curved both on the top and the bottom. Various styles of kitchens go great with bullnose edges! It is very safe for children to run around since there are no sharp corners. 
  •  Half Bullnose
    Countertop edge styles are similar to full versions; however, this style gives a 90-degree angle straight to the ground. In this way, spills tend to fall directly to the ground instead of entering your cabinets. It makes it easy to clean and wipe them off. Because of the sharp edge on the bottom, this countertop edge style is not as kid-friendly as others.
  •  Ogee Edge
    One of the more elegant granite countertop edges, ogee edges are commonly found in the kitchens or bathrooms of luxurious hotels and casinos. The S-shaped edge profile is traditional and classic, especially when used in stone such as granite or marble.
  • Beveled Edge
    Beveled edges are another profile, which can be incorporated into a variety of aesthetic designs, offering a 45- degree angle slant that is dropped into a right angle. The edges of granite countertops and cabinets are easier to clean and care for because spilled liquids run directly onto the ground instead of onto the cabinets, which is best. However, they are not child-safe due to their sharp edges.
  • Straight Edge (Square Edge)
    The fresh 90-degree straight edge is the simplest edge option for kitchen countertops. The design uses a simple, smooth, modern aesthetic, which is affordable and easy to maintain. It fits almost anywhere. Due to the sharp corners, these edges can be dangerous for children. Yet, if you desire a minimalist aesthetic for your granite countertops, this is perhaps the best option over an ogee edge. 
  • Eased Edge
    An eased edge is exactly what it sounds like – a soft, rounded edge profile that gently slopes toward the ground. Common granite countertop edges are ideal for small kitchens and houses with pets or small children.
  • Waterfall Edge
    The waterfall edge is a relatively new style of chiseled edge, and it is basically a square edge that carries onto the floor as part of the unit. Essentially, the granite countertop descends like a waterfall from a cliff to the floor. These countertops have a seamless design, but their sharp corners can be problematic in small spaces or in households with children.
  • Pencil Edges
    Pencil edges often have a rounded area surrounding the pencil’s top corner, which is safer to accidentally bump into than a square edge. Kitchen countertops such as these are generally safe and somewhat drab, therefore use them wisely.