A SHOWCASE FOR THE SPECTACULAR
Granite, quartz and marble are appealing, functional materials for kitchen and bathroom countertops. They are durable, long-lasting and are cut, crafted and polished to add beauty to a home. Marble and granite countertops are made entirely of natural stone, but quartz countertops have partial additives. Each material has its own grains, flecks, veins and color variations, so style and color are important considerations.
- Durability – Durable
- Resistant to acidic foods – Mostly
- May be damaged by cleaning liquids – Yes, depending on ingredients. Use gentle dish soaps.
- Porous – Yes
- Stainable – Yes
- Usable outdoors – Yes
- Heat resistant – Yes
- Scratch-resistant – Mostly
- Low maintenance – Yes
GRANITE
Granite is a natural material that is both distinctive and durable for a beautiful kitchen. Granites may have some white in the background, but mostly they are found in colorful shades with striking flecks – reds, greens, golds, creams, rusts, blues, silvers and even blacks are colors you can find in granite. Granite has a lower porosity than most natural stones, and many types of granite do not need to be regularly sealed. Some types of granite may need to be sealed at the time of installation.
QUARTZ
Quartz is a marriage of a natural mineral and modern technology. The natural mineral quartz are different size aggregates. Bonded together with man-made polymers, it becomes a highly durable countertop selection with the sparkling beauty of natural-looking stone and the wherewithal to hold up in the kitchen. As a man-made product, it can also be produced in a variety of colors to meet the demand for the most popular looks – it is even available in options that look like granite and marble. Quartz is available in pure white and other solid colors giving projects a more monochromatic and minimalistic designed for contemporary-designed homes. Quartz is non-porous, does not require sealing, is chemical resistant and fends off etches and scratches.
- Durability – Durable but can scratch
- Resistant to acidic foods – Yes
- May be damaged by cleaning liquids – Yes, depending on ingredients. Use gentle dish soaps.
- Porous – Yes
- Stainable – No
- Usable outdoors – No
- Heat resistant – No
- Scratch resistant – Yes
- Low maintenance – Yes
- Durability – Less durable
- Resistant to acidic foods – No
- May be damaged by cleaning liquids – Yes, depending on ingredients. Use gentle dish soaps.
- Porous – Yes
- Stainable – Yes
- Usable outdoors – Yes, with proper sealants
- Heat resistant – Yes
- Scratch resistant – No
- Low maintenance – Less so than granite or quartz. Clean up spills immediately and reseal twice a year.
MARBLE
Marble is a natural stone that is easily recognizable. Its characteristic veining and bold, white backdrop make it a classic option that can achieve modern looks. Marble is most commonly known as a bright white or grey look, but it also comes in other shades like greens, pinks, blacks, oranges and reds. Marble is a porous stone, and it is known to absorb spills as well as scratch and etch. With proper care, a marble countertop can be suitable with the right expectations.
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