Emerald Pearl vs. Blue Pearl Absorption
by Jay
QUESTION:I am debating between the above 2 granites. I see contradictory statements about sealing the above 2 granite. what is the water absorption rate of these granite. Which one is better?ANSWER:Either one will make an excellent choice. Neither will be too problematic regarding staining.To answer your specific question though, Blue Pearl is more dense with a water absorption rating of .05 - .15% which is essentially non-absorbent. Anything below .2 will not absorb. Or at least it would take a very very long exposure to a liquid to absorb. You won't have to seal Blue Pearl. Actually you couldn't even if you tried. Emerald Pearl is rated at .15 - .35% so it's a bit more absorbent, but that is still a good rating and won't stain too easy. You would simply need to water test a sample of the exact slab you were considering to see if it needed a granite sealer or not. But even if it did it's likely one coat of a good sealer like SenGuard or Stone Sentry Sealers would make it pretty bullet proof. So, I wouldn't make my choice on absorption alone. There isn't enough of a difference in the rates. Yes, Blue Pearl won't absorb, but Emerald Pearl may not either depending on the slab and would become just as impervious with a coat of granite sealer if needed. And sealing is easy enough. Good Luck, Ryan P.S. Get all the facts, answers, explanations and simple solutions with step-by-step instructions for any issue, problem or question with our Granite & Marble Maintenance Manuals.
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