This solution gives a strong and durable surface for transportation purposes and to avoid breakage.
Why does some granite have mesh on the back.
They have veins streaks of quartz lots of movement.
The more fragile marbles have also a reinforced backing support usually in a form of a fiberglass mesh.
In this process the main material used with the net is a polyester resin.
Over time however.
Granite countertops can add a sleek elegance to any kitchen and because they re highly durable they don t require much maintenance.
We are seeing more and more stones have mesh backing lately because of the improved quarrying processes equipment and technology.
Many exotic granites have lots of irregularities in them which is what makes them so interesting to look at.
Some granite is very uniform with no veins and fissures.
The mesh backing is added at the quarry or wherever the stone is processed to add support during shipping and also fabricating the slab.
It does not need the mesh on the back because it is stable.