Quartzite Countertops In NJ, PA & NY
Metamorphic natural stone with dramatic effects
We are proud to offer quartzite countertops to NJ, PA & NY! Quartzite is a natural stone that is quickly growing in popularity. It shares a lot of the same characteristics, behaviors, and harvesting techniques as granite, but is a different type of rock. Granite is an igneous stone, meaning it comes from cooled lava or magma whereas quartzite is a metamorphic rock, which is sandstone that has been altered based on various factors over time. Heat, pressure, and chemical changes in a location all lead to quartzite changing its composition. These influences create beautiful and dramatic designs on the slabs that customers love having in their homes. After viewing quartzite countertop slabs, it’s easy to see why this stone is becoming so popular.
Beautiful and Durable
The dense composition of the minerals in quartzite allows for a strong surface that is heat and scratch resistant, plus it is easy to clean. In some cases, quartzite is even harder than granite, but like any countertop, is susceptible to chipping on the edges. Also, like granite, quartzite requires sealing to protect from staining.
Benefits of Granite
- Least expensive natural stone available
- Some colors can be used outdoors
- Repairs are less visible than othercountertop materials
- Heat and scratch resistant
Considerations
- Must seal every 6-12 months for helpwith stain resistance
- Seams will be visible
- Porous material - small divots mightexist on surface
Benefits of Quartzite
- Natural beauty that is growing in popularity
- Heat and scratch resistant
Considerations
- Expensive stone that can cost more to fabricate
- Porous material so small divots might exist on surface
- Regular sealing required to protect from staining
- Seams will be visible
Benefits of Granite
- Least expensive natural stone available
- Some colors can be used outdoors
- Repairs are less visible than othercountertop materials
- Heat and scratch resistant
Benefits of Granite
- Least expensive natural stone available
- Some colors can be used outdoors
- Repairs are less visible than othercountertop materials
- Heat and scratch resistant
