What this covers
Quartzite is a natural stone formed from sandstone under heat and pressure. It is harder than granite, resists scratches and heat, and often has the soft veining of marble without marble's softness. Slabs are chosen in person, templated, fabricated by a shop with the tooling for hard stone, installed, and sealed. True quartzite is distinguished from softer stones sometimes sold under the same name.
When to call
- A wish for the look of marble on a counter that takes daily cooking.
- A statement island or a large open kitchen.
- A long-term surface for a home you intend to keep.
What to expect
- Choose and verifyThe slab is viewed and tagged; the fabricator confirms it is true quartzite.
- TemplateTemplating after the cabinets are set.
- FabricateHard-stone tooling cuts, edges and polishes or leathers the slab.
- Install and sealPieces set and seamed, sink mounted, stone sealed.
Get a certified company
Look up a certified company by ZIP code. Every company's license, insurance and trades are verified before it is listed, and placement is never paid.
Questions people ask
How do I know it is real quartzite?
True quartzite does not etch from lemon juice or vinegar and cannot be scratched with a knife. A reputable fabricator tests a sample.
Does it need sealing?
Yes, like granite. The frequency depends on the stone.
What is a leathered finish?
A textured, low-sheen finish that hides fingerprints and water spots and gives a softer look than polish.
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