Viscont White Granite Countertop Installation in Wanaque, NJ

Viscont White Granite in Wanaque, NJ

Aqua Kitchen and Bath Design Center’s team installs granite countertops across New Jersey. This time, we went to Wanaque, NJ to install Viscont White granite countertops. Wanaque is a picturesque borough in Passaic County, New Jersey. Over the years, Wanaque had different spellings: Wynocky, Wynockie, Wynokie and Wynoky. The name was given by the Indians who pronounced the name Wyanockie or Wa na’key. This word also may come from an Algonquin root meaning “rest and repose”. More popular interpretation of its meaning is “place of sassafras”. During the 19th century, the main industries in this area were charcoal burning and mining. Two mines were located in the nearest area and a large amount of charcoal was manufactured here. This is how the Wanaque territory began to grow industrially during the 19th century. Wanaque is surrounded by Pompton Lakes, Bloomingdale, Ringwood in Passaic County, and Oakland in Bergen County.

Viscont White Granite Origin and Name

Viscont White granite is quarried near Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh and Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, in India. This natural stone is made of even and steady black and white speckling. Its look and durability make it a common choice for kitchens and bathrooms. However, it is also used on floors and fireplaces. Viscont White is internationally known as a type of granite. However, in the area of application of European Standard, this stone should be nominated as a gneiss - a high-grade metamorphic rock. Viscont White granite can also be found by other names: Bianco Viscont White, Madanapalle White, Madanapalli White, Viscount White, Mandana Pali White, Mandana Palli White, Visconte White, Wiscont White, Viskont, Madanapalle.

The look of Viscont White granite countertops

Depending on the specific kind of quarry, the look of Viscont White will vary in veining and shade. The main colors it consists of are white, black and grey. It does not have the classic speckled granite look. Viscont White granite has strong movement and swirls, and because it resembles marble, many people choose it for a Viscont White kitchen. It is also more durable and easier to maintain than marble, which is its main quality advantage. Viscont White is one of our favorite granites to install, because homeowners like its subtle movement, dark mineral bands and soft overall look. Each slab of Viscont White granite is completely unique. No two slabs are the same. In order to make sure that you’re getting what you need, make sure to ask for a sample or at least a picture of a slab in stock.

Viscont White granite maintenance

When you set up your Viscont White granite kitchen, you’ll see for yourself how little maintenance is actually needed to keep this stone look its best. The durability and toughness of Viscont White countertops are something that also greatly attracts people. Its abrasion resistance is excellent and absorption rate is .2% - .25%. Hardness is mm: 0.76 and bending strengths of this stone are (n/mm2): 16.09. This explains why Viscont granite countertops needs to be sealed once a year or maybe even not that often. This puts Viscont White granite with the hard-wearing types of granite stones.

Viscont White granite countertop by Aqua Kitchen and Bath Design Center

Aqua Kitchen and Bath Design Center's team often works with this type of white granite. We've installed this Viscont White granite with grey, white, and darker veins. This kitchen countertop is fine-grained, with lots of movement. It combines white, black and mostly grey color. Viscont White granite with white kitchen cabinets is a safe, classic combination in a kitchen. Aqua Kitchen and Bath Design Center in Wayne, NJ takes care to always have this beautiful stone in stock. You can install it in your kitchen, bathroom, as a countertop, a wall tile or as an interior and exterior floor tile. It works in all of these places. This type of granite is fire and high temperatures resistant. It is also a good-looking option for your kitchen remodel. Aqua Kitchen and Bath Design Center is located in Wayne, NJ. We serve the whole state of New Jersey as well as neighboring areas. If you live in Wanaque or Bloomingdale, Pompton Lakes, Ringwood or any other area in New Jersey, feel free to give us a call. We make sure to always have Viscont White granite in stock and we invite you visit us. We offer free advice, an estimate and design tips. Call us today.