How to Recognize the Benefits of Quartz Kitchen Countertops (Engineered Stone)

The new engineered stone otherwise known as quartz is a big seller these days for kitchen designers. Here's the facts on what makes it so great.

Instructions

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First it is important to know exactly what these quartz countertops are. They are 93% quartz and the rest is polymers. It is not 100% stone.

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If you are looking for a uniformed look for your kitchen countertops, granite and marble cannot match the uniformity of engineered stone. Engineered stone is carefully made to be uniform so no matter how many sheets you will need to make your countertops, they will always match.

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If you are worried about bacteria, mold or other bacteria in your kitchen, quartz is defintely the way to go. Quartz is nonporous so it is easy to clean and is stain free which makes it an ideal countertop for your kitchen.

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Quartz comes in a variety of colors to suit any need. If you are looking for lime green, you CAN find it in Quartz. The color choices is one of the reasons interior designers are loving this material in kitchens, bathrooms, restaurants and everywhere else!

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Quartz is durable, scratch resistant and heat resistant. If your kitchen gets a lot of use or you have any children in your home, Quartz may be just what you are looking for.