Quartzite
The expert fabricators and installers of Countertops Express are specialized in dealing with both commercial and residential bathroom and kitchen.
Since it’s a highly durable surface, it’s easy to see that quartzite kitchen countertops will be easy to care for. No countertop is indestructible, though, so some maintenance is needed. Like all natural stones, we recommend the annual application of sealer to maintain its nonporous surface and help it resist other types of damage.
For daily care, be sure to wipe up any spills immediately. The best way to clean a quartzite countertop is with a solution of mild dish soap and water.
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PROS
Durability: If you’re looking for the hardest stone countertop on the market, you found it. Quartzite even beats out granite on the hardness scale. It’s also denser than other natural stones, which makes it less porous.
Damage Resistance: Along with durability is quartzite’s ability to resist damage from scratching, chipping, and staining. That means you can use your countertop for cooking preparation, dining, entertaining.
Etching Resistance: “Etching” refers to the discoloration or damaged finish that can occur when some countertops are exposed to acidic substances. Marble is particularly well-known for this vulnerability. But since many colors of quartzite closely resemble marble, it allows you to have that luxurious marble look you love with much less worry.
Heat Resistance: While every type of natural stone countertop will be heat-resistant, marble and granite are more likely to be damaged when exposed to high heat. For example, putting a hot pan from the oven directly onto the countertop may crack or discolor it. While we don’t recommend trying this at home, it’s good to know.
Beauty: Quartzite is available in many colors, with patterns and veining ranging from subtle to bold. While most varieties are natural hues such as white, beige, and gray, exotic shades such as red, pink, orange, blue, and green are available. The colors result from the presence of other minerals in the stone. For example, MSI’s Crytos Quartzite features pops of pink on a primarily black background.
CONS
It’s Prone to Scratchehes;
It’s Expensive;
It’s Porous;
It’s Difficult to Install.