The lasting beauty of Natural granite is hard to replace or duplicate. You can have Natural Stone Surrounds in your property for less than you might think. The stone is quarried and then cut into panels 1 cm thick. A strong layer of fiberglass is then laminated and heat sealed onto the back side of the panel before it is polished. As with all natural stone products, a good sealer is required to maintain the products beauty. These 1 cm granite panels can be installed right over existing tile, saving dollars and room downtime.