Countertops

​Quartz is a very appealing choice for several reasons. For starters, it is a man-made engineered stone formed by combining 90% ground quartz (a natural hard mineral) with 8-10% resins, polymers, and pigments. It is also non-porous, does not have to be sealed and will still last a lifetime. Quartz will not absorb water, making it is resistant to mold, fungus, and staining. Furthermore, because it is harder than granite, it is extremely scratch, chip, and crack resistant. These properties also allow the material to withstand very hot temperatures.

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When choosing counter tops for your kitchen or bathroom, granite and marble surfaces are also popular choices. They are natural stones — unlike, say, engineered quartz Silestone — so both marble and granite surfaces are susceptible to chipping and staining. However, granite is more durable than marble and less prone to stains and scratching. For this reason, granite is often found in kitchens, while marble is more common in other areas, like bathrooms. Consider hiring a subcontractor such as ourselves in order to cut costs and gain control over your home remodel.

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