Quartz or granite counters?
Author: Cait Lanza
Date: 04/19
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Granite countertops have been a long-time favorite in the kitchen, and are sometimes considered a mark of luxury. But did you know that today nearly 70% of new countertops are made from quartz? Each surface has its advantages. Granite offers more varieties of pattern and color. But busy homeowners like the fact that quartz is also not as porous as granite, so it does not require the re-sealing that granite needs. There is no safer surface for food preparation.
One difference between the two products is that when you see a sample of quartz, it will exactly match your installed countertop. While granite is a product that varies greatly because it is natural and therefore needs to have exact slabs selected. All natural stones vary greatly and need to be seen in person.
If you are building or remodeling your kitchen or bath, you will appreciate the beautiful collection of colors and the exceptional performance that Quartz offers. Quartz is found in great abundance in the earth—it is second only to water as the most common mineral-based form on our planet. It is naturally hard and scratch resistant. Quartz even ranks a 7.0 on Moh's Hardness Scale, which is used to measure the scratch-resistance of a material. Only diamonds, ranking 10, topaz, and sapphire are harder than quartz. Of course at the end of the day it comes down to individual taste. Our advice is look at a variety of colors and patterns in both quartz and granite. Think about how you use the kitchen and how you prepare food.