Your Top Choice for Durable Countertops

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When you’re on the hunt for the perfect material to use for your countertops—whether you’re remodeling your kitchen, your bathroom, or someplace else—there are plenty of details that you’ll want to keep in mind. Of course, the appearance of your countertop matters, as does the maintenance that it calls for, but what sometimes flies under the radar of importance is a countertop’s durability.

Having a high level of durability matters because the more durable your countertop is, the longer it will last. If you use a material that’s durable and can stand the test of time—even with all the activity that a kitchen/bathroom sees—your countertop will remain a staple in your home for years to come.

A countertop that’s not durable will turn into a money pit that needs to be replaced much sooner than desired.

Buying a countertop is an investment, and you want to make sure you’re making a good one. You want a countertop that gives as much back as what you put into it—and one that will last a lifetime in your home.

The material that can do all of those things is none other than quartz. Over the past few years, this material has risen in popularity as more and more people realize its beauty, versatility, and durability.

This material has even surpassed granite, the natural stone contender, when it comes to popularity. People love granite for the same reason they love quartz—it’s beautiful and durable. But guess what—not only does quartz entail less maintenance than granite does, it actually qualifies as a harder, stronger, and heavier material. Quartz is like granite turned up to level ten.

This article will cover the main points about why quartz should be the top choice for your remodel and your top choice for durability.

Quartz Is an Engineered Stone

Although it’s made up of 95 percent natural stone, quartz is qualified as an engineered material because of the 5 percent polymers and resins that it contains. The fabrication process of quartz was created by Italian engineers about eighty years ago, with plenty of focus placed on the strength of the man-made stone. These engineers wanted to create a material that would score higher on the Mohs Scale of Hardness than most natural stones—and that’s exactly what they did.

According to the Mohs Scale, receiving a ten qualifies a stone as the hardest possible—for example, diamonds score a ten. Granite falls somewhere around a six, and quartz comes out right above it with a score of seven.

This score means that quartz is resistant to cracks, scratches, and burns—as long as you treat it with a certain degree of care.

Quartz Has Low Porosity

Since quartz is an engineered stone, it’s naturally nonporous. Unlike granite and other natural stones that need to be resealed once a year due to their porousness, quartz can be sealed once during the fabrication process and never need it again.

The low porosity of quartz is a big reason why people make it their choice for countertops—they don’t have to worry about liquid damage, the gathering of germs and bacteria, or staining.

Quartz Is Heat Resistant

Quartz is resistant to heat in the same way that it’s resistant to liquid damage. It’s made to withstand incredibly high temperatures, and it can handle them even better than marble, granite, and soapstone.

Hot pots and pans will most likely not crack your quartz—but we do recommend practicing caution and placing a hot pad underneath the kitchenware! Being smart with your countertop is how you keep it looking brand new for decades.

Quartz Is Low Maintenance

Quartz is incredibly easy to care for, which only adds to its all-around durability. Like we stated previously, it doesn’t call for resealing in order to maintain its structural integrity. As long as you use the right materials to clean it (soap and water work just fine—but steer clear of acidic chemicals), you’ll be good to go.

Quartz: Your Choice for Durability

Quartz is a durable material that will continue to prove that it has what it takes to stand the test of time. It’s worth the investment, and it looks great in almost every style of kitchen or bathroom remodel. If you want to learn more about quartz or schedule a consultation with us here at Washington Marble Works, give us a call at (253) 201-2648.

How We Install Your Countertops in Sumner, WA

Our process starts with an in-home consultation to discuss your kitchen design. Once we know what you’re looking for, we’ll take a template of your current counters, and you’ll get the chance to personally select the stone that we’ll use for the project.

Every countertop from Washington Marble Works is custom made by a professional stone fabricator. We’ll use the latest masonry technology to get clear lines and smooth bevels. And since we know how beautiful natural stone is, we’ll cut every piece to show off its pattern in the best possible light.

Our installation team is skillful and professional. After your counters have been created, we’ll personally deliver them to your home and install them in your kitchen. If changes need to be made, we’ll complete them on-site – making sure your appointment day is never wasted.

The team at Washington Marble Works is excited to fabricate and install your next set of natural stone counters. Whether you live in Sumner or another part of Washington, contact us to learn more about the services we provide.

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