Why You Should Consider Quartz For Your Countertops

Quartz countertops offer many advantages, including durability, appearance, and stain resistance. If you're considering picking out quartz, here's a complete list of reasons why you should consider quartz for your countertops.

Durability

One of the main reasons people buy quartz countertops is because they are very durable. If you're looking for a material that won't crack, scratch or chip easily, Quartz is the way to go.

Quartz is rated 7 out of 10 on a Mohs scale of hardness that geologists use to measure the hardness and scratch resistance of minerals from 1 to 10 (10 being the hardest/most scratch resistant). By comparison, diamonds are rated 10, while marbles are usually rated between 3 and 5.

Appearance

Another advantage of quartz countertops is their elegant, sleek and modern design.

Quartz countertop makers can create almost any design and color you want using pigments and other types of materials such as recycled glass and metal flecks. Unlike natural stones like granite, with quartz, you are not limited to the designs provided by nature.

Quartz countertops can be customized to match any cabinet material, cabinet color, backsplash and floor. In addition to traditional stone-like designs, solid-color countertops like the one pictured below have also become very popular, especially in modern homes.

Nonporous

Unlike natural stone, which has micropores throughout, engineered quartz countertops are non-porous. Porous materials allow liquids to seep beneath their surface, causing staining, discoloration, and irreversible damage.

With Quartz, you don't have to worry about any of that. Since it's a non-porous material, you don't need to seal it, and you never have to worry about liquids or bacteria penetrating the surface.

Stain-resistant

Due to its non-porous composition, quartz countertops are extremely stain-resistant.

Countertop stains often occur when spilled liquid seeps into the pores of the stone. Granite and marble are more susceptible to contamination due to their porosity.

Because quartz is non-porous, even if you forget to wipe up the spill right away, liquids can't seep in and cause stains. For most homeowners, especially families with young children, this is a major selling point.

Low maintenance

One of the main reasons people buy quartz countertops is because they require little maintenance.

It's all about sealing granite countertops, forget it. With Quartz, you don't have to worry about sealing and cleaning is a breeze. You just wipe them with soap and water. With other materials, especially marble, you have to pay close attention to every substance you come in contact with, but with quartz, there's nothing to worry about and not much to do.

Versatility

Quartz is not only suitable for kitchen countertops, but also for bathrooms, fireplaces, bars and any other area in your home. It is an extremely versatile material due to its durability and variety of colors and designs.