What this covers
Quartz countertops are made from ground natural quartz bound with resin and pigment, pressed into slabs. The result is non-porous, consistent from slab to slab, and available in plain colors and in patterns that imitate marble. Fabrication and installation follow the same template, cut, edge and set process as natural stone. It does not need sealing and resists stains, but it is sensitive to high heat.
When to call
- A kitchen or bath where low maintenance matters.
- A specific, predictable color or a marble look without marble's care.
- A counter that will take spills from coffee, wine and oil.
What to expect
- ChooseColor and pattern are chosen from samples; large samples or a slab viewing for veined patterns.
- TemplateThe fabricator templates after the cabinets are set.
- FabricateSlabs are cut, cutouts made, edges profiled; waterfall ends are mitered.
- InstallPieces are set and seamed and the sink mounted, then a walk-through.
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Questions people ask
Is quartz the same as quartzite?
No. Quartz is engineered from crushed stone and resin. Quartzite is a natural stone. They look similar on a sample and behave differently.
Can I put hot pans on it?
No. The resin can scorch or discolor. Trivets are required with quartz.
Does it stain?
Rarely, because it is non-porous. Spills wipe up; harsh chemicals should be avoided.
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