>>I spent $500 for 12" granite squares, installed. They were $5 each or
>>$10 a linear foot. I also have 24' of 24" deep counter top.
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> That's not a solid stone counter top...

Correct, either is formica, though it is single piece. I'm not a fan of
grout/tiles for counter top, but I only had experience with 4" tile
counter tops, I decided to change the compromise of 12" squares. We
used a tan colored grout. Grout sealer is effective so far, we've
spilled red wine and no stains. Also we used 1/8" grout line instead of
1/4", and it's all done very flush. No regrets after 3 years.


> with all those crevices must get friggin' filthy and look like dreck....


Nope.

What about all those people who put 4" square tile on their counter tops?