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<\/p>\nOften when we help homeowners remodel their homes, one question always comes up. \u201cWhat should we do with our old granite countertops?\u201d While the answer to this varies depending on your circumstances, we have a few solutions.<\/p>\n
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The average life expectancy of a granite countertop is long. Remember, many stone countertops<\/a> throughout the world are still around in historic buildings. Experts estimate that most natural stone countertops can last over 100 years.<\/p>\n Marble<\/a> was not the only stone used in the ancient world to build the wonders of the world. Some of the structures in ancient Egypt, which still stand today, use granite. Builders around the world use the sturdy stone for building.<\/p>\n Occasionally, something happens to your granite countertop. While granite countertops breaking down entirely are rare, you need to maintain the granite stone. Otherwise, you might not be able to save it.<\/p>\n The key to preserving your granite counter is to give it regular maintenance<\/a>.<\/p>\n If your stone is still in good shape, consider donating it to Habitat for Humanity or a similar charity. Because Habitat for Humanity builds homes based on donations they can use your old granite countertop.<\/p>\n Plus, donating goods like this can reduce your tax bill. However, we are not accountants. Nor do we play a CPA on TV. Therefore, we recommend you speak with your CPA to find out how much you would save from the donation.<\/p>\n#2. Donate your old counter<\/h3>\n