Quartz Countertops
Quartz Countertops Design and Installation
Custom Granite Solutions has designed and installed beautiful quartz kitchen countertops in the Charlotte region for over 15 years. Our quartz countertops prices are affordable and the quality of our quartz and workmanship is second to no other countertop company in the Charlotte area. Quartz countertops are hugely popular among homeowners. And it’s easy to understand why. Quartz countertops combines the best qualities of manufactured / man-made material and natural stone into one high performance product. With unparalleled strength, a slick and modern appearance and high performance, it is no surprise that quartz is among the top building materials for homes and businesses alike. Most quartz countertops sold today are manufactured from about 95% crushed quartz and 5% polymers. They are nearly scratch-proof, low maintenance, and the choice of colors is extensive ranging from translucent whites to sandy browns or monolithic blacks.
Benefits of quartz countertops
Durability
Quartz countertops are the most durable solid surface you can buy today. They are nearly indestructible and significantly stronger than granite countertops and are less prone to chipping and cracking.
Scratch resistance
Quartz is naturally scratch resistant, but not scratch-proof. There are only three natural stones harder than quartz – diamond, sapphire and topaz. Quartz countertops are resistant to kitchen cutlery and can only be damaged if an extreme amount of weight and force is applied.
Colors and textures
Quartz countertops are naturally beautiful. The appearance of quartz surfaces largely depends on the size of the quartz granules used. Finer granules will result in a more consistent appearance. While larger crystals will create a more speckled look, similar to granite countertops. Quartz countertops come in a wide range of colors from neutral earth tones to bold bright colors and everything in between.
Heat resistance
Quartz countertops have the ability to resist short exposure to heat without damage to the surface. Prolonged heat exposure however can cause cracking to occur due to the rapid temperature change. To avoid this it is recommended you always use a hot pad or trivet under a crock pot or griddle.
Quartz countertops porosity
Quartz countertops are a non-porous surface. This means quartz will not absorb water or other fluids. Being non-porous is the biggest advantage of quartz counters when compared to other natural stone counter materials.
Maintenance
- No sealing necessary: Granite countertops require a sealer to be applied after installation and reapplied regularly to prevent staining. Sealing is not needed for quartz countertops because it is non-porous. Quartz is relatively maintenance free when compared to others countertop materials.
- Resistant to bacteria: Growth of bacteria happens when moisture and food penetrates a surface. You will not have to worry about this occurring on your new quartz countertops. Since quartz in non-porous, bacteria will not grow on it. In fact, NSF International has certified quartz countertops as a safe surface for food preparation.
- Resistant to staining: Quartz counters will not stain from common kitchen liquids, such as coffee, tea or lemon juice. Granite and other countertop materials will stain if not properly maintained or sealed.
We’ve created a comparison chart to help you identify the benefits of different types of countertop materials.
Quartz Countertops Colors
If you live in the Charlotte NC region and are interested in having custom quartz countertops fabricated and installed at your home or business, call Custom Granite Solutions today for a free quote. We respond to inquiries quickly.