Granite countertops around kitchen sinks can come in a variety of different finishes depending on the needs of the buyer, it has been suggested. Linda Brigida, a columnist for the Kingston Reporter, noted that all granite surfaces go through the same production phases, but lengthening the process results in an altered outcome. She remarked The end result is determined by how long the finishing process is applied. The more polishing and buffing the shinier the granite. The less it is buffed the less shine.Responding to a reader who wished to purchase a non-shiny surface, but was worried about maintaining it, Ms Brigida noted that a number of products exist that can minimise water, oil and grease stains. People looking to purchase these types of countertop were advised to contact a granite distributor to help them with their needs. Franke recently announced the availability of its new DureKleen Plus, a cleaning product designed for use on granite surfaces.