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A BATTLE OF SURFACES: GRANITE VS QUARTZ

Keeping up with latest of trends means constant change. Ever since the 1950s, new ideas for surfacing kitchen countertops have kept hitting the marketplace. In the late ’80s, granite became the touchstone for countertop luxury – a popular choice for kitchen and bath remodels. Homeowners loved using “natural” stone, and granite also offered drama and color. But as of late, a manufactured newcomer has emerged — “quartz,” a man-made, engineered “stone” used on countertops and even on walls of kitchens and bathrooms. It combines ground quartz with resins, polymers and pigments to form a solid product. 

Let’s challenge Granite & Quartz in a comparison to see which surface takes it all! Granite Vs. Quartz – which one is better? 

ROUND 1: APPEARANCE

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

GRANITE

  • 1

    Limited Color Options

  • 2

    Busy Appearance

  • 3

    Natural Patterns

QUARTZ

  • 1

    Limitless Color Options

  • 2

    Marbled Appearance

  • 3

    Customizable Patterns

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

ROUND 2: COST

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

GRANITE

  • 1

    Averages from $2K-$4K

  • 2

    Cheaper to Cut & Install

  • 3

    Cheaper to Replace

QUARTZ

  • 1

    Averages from $2.5K-$5.5K

  • 2

    More Expensive to Cut & Install

  • 3

    More Expensive to Replace

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

ROUND 3: EFFICIENCY

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

GRANITE

  • 1

    Natural Resource

  • 2

    Quarried

  • 3

    Global

QUARTZ

  • 1

    Recycled Resource

  • 2

    Manufactured

  • 3

    Regional

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

ROUND 4: MAINTENANCE

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

GRANITE

  • 1

    Cleans with Soap & Water

  • 2

    Requires Sealer

  • 3

    Prone to Liquid Stains

QUARTZ

  • 1

    Cleans with Soap & Water

  • 2

    No Sealer Required

  • 3

    Liquid Stain Resistant

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

FINAL ROUND: DURABILITY

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

GRANITE

  • 1

    Prone to Chipping

  • 2

    Heat Resistant

  • 3

    Porous

QUARTZ

  • 1

    More Durable

  • 2

    Takes Heat Damage

  • 3

    Non-Porous

A Battle of Surfaces: Granite Vs. Quartz

WINNER: QUARTZ

Quartz surfaces are a man-made product that are manufactured using 95 percent ground natural quartz and 5 percent polymer resins to create an extremely tough and very durable stone surface. Unlike natural stones, such as Granite or Soapstone, Quartz surfaces do not require sealing because they are non-porous, making them highly resistant to bacteria, chemicals, stains, heat and moisture. to create an extremely tough and very durable stone. Quartz surfaces are non-porous, formulated to stand up to the harshest environments and do not require sealing. Quartz is highly resistant to bacteria, chemicals, stains, heat and moisture. They are also far less heavy than granite, but it is just as reliable! Quartz surfaces come in a variety of different colors, patterns, and styles, making them easy to pair with any cabinet, backsplash or flooring options. 

Quartz surfaces are more durable than most surfaces available today. These surfaces are very resistant to cracks, scratches, impact and stains. But they are not scratch-proof, so take care when using sharp objects near the countertop. Like any surface, excessive pressure on the surface with a sharp object can damage it. Cutting boards are always recommended when preparing food!

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