Is quartz or granite better for kitchen countertops?
Quartz or granite: neither is better in every kitchen, and the choice comes down to upkeep and appearance. Quartz is engineered from crushed stone and resin, needs no sealing and has consistent color. Granite is natural stone with one-of-a-kind patterns and tolerates heat better, but benefits from periodic sealing.
Hot pans set directly on quartz can discolor or scorch the resin, so trivets are a good habit. Because granite slabs vary, many people pick the exact slab at the stone yard. Both go through the same steps: template, fabrication and installation.
Ask for estimates that price both materials on the same cabinet layout. Edge profile, seams and cutouts move the number as much as the material does.
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