I haven't used it on a really wavy surface though.

Having said that, however in tenant's defense, Granite can crack if it's installed on an uneven surface or if you have major settling in your home.

Thanks to all of the classy and intelligent people who can convey the good, the bad and the ugly in a good spirited and enlightening fashion.

The only, and I mean only, sub that was ever any good was the subs that put in a set of solid-surface countertops for me, and guess what?

I've heard of self-directed IRA's being used for real estate, and I'd like to potentially look into utilizing one now or in the future, or some other type of vehicle that allows me to use my funds in a similar fashion.

Not just surface stuff, get a good inspector.

Our tenants would gladly accept free accommodations as well, but are not likely to do that either.We have placed "solar panels" on properties: solar thermal (which paid for itself in roughly 5-years)  - there is a small photovoltaic panel on that installation to run the circulatory pump and control system.I've been involved with two small commercial photovoltaic installations - the control systems side - so am not oblivious to capabilities and costs.We have signed-up/volunteered for an experimental installation of a new photovoltaic system which claims increased surface area, lower operating temperatures, no need for tracking, and more output per sq ft.  

It could be a poor surface condition, poor prep, low quality product, a bad painter, or a combination of them.  

Which is why fashion mags advertise perfumes and colognes with scratch 'n sniff stickers!

I don't want to put granite or solid surface in my neighborhood.