"His Geiger counter indicated that the granite was emitting radiation at levels 10 times higher than those he had measured elsewhere in the house."
This article from the NY Times, "What's Lurking in Your Countertop", should give most of my neighbors something to think about. I opted for Corian, but would have preferred stainless steel with soapstone sinks. Radon testing kits are about $17.00 at Lowes. Additional article.
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I came across the same article and unfortunately, I've got Granite countertops! :-( Heading to Home Depot this weekend to buy kit and run test. Jeez, another cost to add to my growing list.
luz, Granite is beautiful and long lasting. It's not all granites I'm sure your's will be "zero". What color is yours?
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