Quartz has quickly become one of the most popular options for kitchen and bath countertops. Also known as engineered stone, these surfaces are made by perfectly blending quartz, resin, and pigment to produce design-forward and durable surfaces made to last a lifetime.
Unlike natural stone, quartz surfaces can be engineered in a wide variety of colors and patterns, making them one of the most customizable and high-quality options in the range of surfaces available.
Thinking about quartz for your kitchen or bath? Learn more about these hard surface countertops below:
Built to Last
While similarly durable to natural stone surfaces, quartz is considered the stronger of the two and is more resistant to chipping and cracking. In fact, many manufacturers guarantee their product with a lifetime warranty, making it one of the longest lasting options to consider for your home. Both impact- and heat-resistant, it is also non-porous and will not absorb stains such as tomato juice, wine, or coffee.
Interior Design-Friendly
Because this surface type is engineered rather than cut directly into slabs and polished, it is much more customizable than granite or marble and is available in a wider range of colors. Many brands, such as Caesarstone or Cambria, integrate patterns and veining during the manufacturing process which creates uniquely spectacular designs. For even more visual pop, precious stones and recycled glass can be mixed into quartz to produce designer surfaces that enhance your signature style.
Quartz might come with a higher price tag than other surfaces, including: natural stone, solid surfaces, and laminates, however, few other surfaces check the same boxes (think: lifetime durability, highly customizable, and design-friendly).
Low-Maintenance and Easy to Clean
Considered one of the easiest surfaces to maintain, it is incredibly low-maintenance and easy to keep clean over time, another reason for its higher price tag. The surface is non-porous, meaning it is naturally stain-resistant and never grows mildew or bacteria. Unlike marble or granite, quartz doesn’t need sealing and resealing to stay in prime condition. Simply wipe down its surface with soap and warm water for daily cleaning. For deeper cleaning, use your favorite household cleaner.
Brands and Alternatives
At Swartz Kitchens and Baths, we offer a variety of quartz options: Caesarstone, HanStone, Cambria, Silestone, Colorquartz, and Viatera.
Still not sure exactly what you want from your kitchen or bath surfacing just yet? Contact Swartz Kitchens and Baths and we’ll help you schedule an initial meeting with a kitchen designer at any of our five convenient locations.
High-Quality Surfaces Engineered for a Lifetime
Unlike natural stone, quartz surfaces can be engineered in a wide variety of colors and patterns, making them one of the most customizable and high-quality options in the range of surfaces available.
Thinking about quartz for your kitchen or bath? Learn more about these hard surface countertops below:
Built to Last
While similarly durable to natural stone surfaces, quartz is considered the stronger of the two and is more resistant to chipping and cracking. In fact, many manufacturers guarantee their product with a lifetime warranty, making it one of the longest lasting options to consider for your home. Both impact- and heat-resistant, it is also non-porous and will not absorb stains such as tomato juice, wine, or coffee.
Interior Design-Friendly
Because this surface type is engineered rather than cut directly into slabs and polished, it is much more customizable than granite or marble and is available in a wider range of colors. Many brands, such as Caesarstone or Cambria, integrate patterns and veining during the manufacturing process which creates uniquely spectacular designs. For even more visual pop, precious stones and recycled glass can be mixed into quartz to produce designer surfaces that enhance your signature style.
Quartz might come with a higher price tag than other surfaces, including: natural stone, solid surfaces, and laminates, however, few other surfaces check the same boxes (think: lifetime durability, highly customizable, and design-friendly).
Low-Maintenance and Easy to Clean
Considered one of the easiest surfaces to maintain, it is incredibly low-maintenance and easy to keep clean over time, another reason for its higher price tag. The surface is non-porous, meaning it is naturally stain-resistant and never grows mildew or bacteria. Unlike marble or granite, quartz doesn’t need sealing and resealing to stay in prime condition. Simply wipe down its surface with soap and warm water for daily cleaning. For deeper cleaning, use your favorite household cleaner.
Brands and Alternatives
At Swartz Kitchens and Baths, we offer a variety of quartz options: Caesarstone, HanStone, Cambria, Silestone, Colorquartz, and Viatera.
Still not sure exactly what you want from your kitchen or bath surfacing just yet? Contact Swartz Kitchens and Baths and we’ll help you schedule an initial meeting with a kitchen designer at any of our five convenient locations.