About

A REPUTATION SET IN STONE- The history of Granite

For centuries, granite has been a popular natural stone choice due to its timeless and sturdy qualities. Granite, meaning ‘course-grained crystallized rock’ in Latin, is composed mostly of quartz and feldspars in varying proportions. Quartz offers strength, luster and the glue that holds the stone together, while feldspars brings color and durability. Together, they form a stone stronger than steel!

Interestingly, granite was first formed 300 million years ago and is the oldest igneous rock in the world. It’s use in construction dates back to 2580BC in Ancient Egypt. Everything from the great pyramids to burial chambers to columns featured this remarkable stone. It is documented that whilst limestone was used in the inner parts of the pyramid, the reddish-pink granite was used for the central chamber due to its aesthetic value, hardness and resistance; granting it the ability to support the weight of this wonder of the world.

Rajaraja of the Chola Dynasty in South India built the world’s first temple entirely of granite in the 11th century AD. The massive Gopuram (ornate, upper section of shrine) is believed to have a mass of around 81 tonnes.

During the Roman Empire, granite was praised for the same trio of characteristics it is today: beauty, strength, and durability. The stone was used to construct the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved monuments of its time, as well as Roman bathhouses.

By the Renaissance, granite was more easily attainable as a result of improved quarrying techniques and fabrication. With more natural stone available, it became a more common building material for everything from houses to churches to monuments. Even the wealthy used this luxurious stone to build beautiful baths and pools in their palaces.

Through these thousands of years, granite has been used for an array of interior and exterior work for monuments, paving, headstones, bridges, countertops, tiling and many other uses.

OUR HISTORY

The late 20th century witnessed a boom in Kenya’s construction industry occasioning more demand for industrial materials. However, for a good part of the century, granite products remained exclusive for the majority of Kenyans as a function of cost and supply timelines. Maruti Mining Ltd would establish itself in the interest of the underserved local market with a vision of providing quality and luxury that is reasonably priced.

The company, dully and legally registered in Kenya, started its operations in 1997 to become one of the pioneers in the production of Granite and Marble, lending immense value to the East African construction industry.

For more than 24 years now, Maruti Mining Limited has been serving both corporate and individual clients from all walks of life. We’ve worked on various projects in Hospitals, Banks, Hotels, Corporate organizations and Individual homes over the years.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Maruti Mining Limited is built on simple yet strong principles of commitment, quality, trust, and innovation. Our team of qualified management and skilled, hard-working artisans work hand in hand with Architects, Consultants, Engineers and Contractors and go above and beyond to make your dream a reality.

Our granite is expertly quarried from natural sources using the most advanced technologies. The raw materials are assessed according to international standards and are scientifically validated. The quality-checked stone is then subjected to the best manufacturing practices for customized intricate cutting and polishing according to our client’s specific needs. We provide a unique collection of more than 80 different types of granites, with distinct colors, thicknesses, shines and textures.

We pride ourselves in our efficiency, having a supply turnaround time of only two days from the time of order all across the East African region. Once the granite reaches you safely, we even provide installation services across Kenya.

For us, achieving your vision is our mission.

CORE VALUES ENGRAVED IN STONE

Integrity

We’re so passionate about our business, you can trust us to do it right 100% of the time. And when we don’t, we own up to our mistake, we fix it and learn so that it doesn’t happen again.

Quality

We know there is no substitute for excellence, that is why we assess the quality of every stone meticulously according to international standards to ensure only the best reaches our customers.

Customer satisfaction

At Maruti Mining, we want you to be overjoyed when we install your countertops, not relieved. We have an unwavering commitment to exceed our customer’s expectations.

Excellent value

Our unique business model combines procurement and manufacturing, bypassing any middlemen. This allows us to offer you the lowest possible price for the greatest value.

OUR MISSION

Committed to finding innovative and truly unique granite and marble solutions that are functional, exquisite and affordable and meet all our clients’ needs.

OUR VISION

To build a reputation of producing the highest quality and best customer service such that Maruti Mining becomes a household name in the granite and marble world.