Comparing Granite, Quartz, and Marble

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In Business Since 1999

Granite vs Quartz

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Pros

Granite and quartz are durable
They are scratch, chemical, and stain resistant
Granite is heat resistant
Quartz is engineered from natural quartz, while granite is a natural stone
Both are low maintenance
Granite is limited in colors that nature has produced, while quartz is artificially colored throughout for a custom look
Quartz never needs to be sealed

Cons

Quartz is a manufactured stone and is hard to duplicate the veining pattern present in genuine marble or granite
Quartz should never be subjected to extreme heat
Granite is sealed when installed and is good for 10 - 15 years (simple process)

Granite vs Marble

Pros

Granite and marble are both genuine natural stones
Marble is famous for its veining patterns and also ages beautifully
Granite and marble come in a large variety of colors. The options and patterns are endless

Cons

Marble is porous and should have a quality sealer to prevent staining
The minerals that compose marble are sensitive to certain chemical agents, so it’s important to wipe spills away quickly
Anything acidic or basic solution will leave an etch mark if left on the stone for too long