4 Surprising Reasons Quartz Countertops are Better than Granite

Hello World! Welcome Friends! Surprising as it may seem, countertops are not only made out of granite. Though it’s been a fan-favorite for a long time, a lot of homeowners turn to quartz for a few important reasons.

It’s fair to mention that both materials make great countertop options. However, quartz surpasses granite in a few subtle yet essential ways.

So if you’re thinking about remodeling your kitchen and are in the market for new countertops, don’t hurry to purchase granite. Quartz might just be the better option for you.

Here’s why it’s great:

It’s More Durable Than Granite

When it comes to countertops, both quartz and granite are some of the most durable materials you can find. So technically they are both great options. However, if this were a race between the two, quartz would take the prize.

Granite is a porous material, which means that it can suck fluids in and form bacteria, making the countertop lose some of its strength over time. That can make it easier to chip or even break, forcing you to change the entire thing.

Quartz, on the other hand, is non-porous thanks to its fabrication process which involves tightly binding together quartz particles. It is specifically designed to last and had its natural deficiencies engineered out of the equation.

It’s Easier to Maintain Than Granite

Kitchen countertops, in particular, can be a nightmare to maintain, since they’re so likely to get stained. In this aspect, quartz is yet again the better option due to its non-porous property. In other words, you won’t have to worry about stains or dirt accumulating over time.

Additionally, granite countertops have to be sealed before installation, and then regularly resealed, which can be quite expensive to do. The quartz alternative comes already pre-sealed. All you need to clean them is a regular cleanser.

Since they are the easy-to-clean option, quartz countertops are automatically the safer option for you and your family. Cleaner means less likely to grow bacteria or fungus that can affect your health.

You Can Hide Seams

People usually choose between granite and quartz countertops because they are stylish materials too, and have that ‘wow’ effect. But again, quartz has a pretty significant advantage in this race too: you can hide the seams.

Granite, because it’s made from natural materials, almost exclusively comes in brown, earthy tones, making it difficult to hide seams. Quartz countertops can come in a wide variety of colors, and the seams are notably easier to hide if you go for a solid color.

It’s Cheaper in the Long Run

If you are thinking about remodeling your house, then you are probably asking yourself: how much is this going to cost?

In the quartz versus granite battle, the answer is surprising. There’s no significant price difference between the two. Quartz generally has a starting point of $67 per square root, while granite is roughly $60, but both can go up quite a lot from there.

So if you’re in the market for a cheaper material, neither quartz nor granite will do. Laminate is a more affordable option, though it’s in no ways as durable as quartz or even granite.

Yes, quartz costs a bit more, but it’s an investment for the long run. Even if you pay a few extra bucks per square foot, you still save some money by not having to deal with resealing it regularly. So, in a way, quartz won this round too.

Before You Go

Quartz countertops can be an excellent way for you to improve your kitchen’s looks, and it’s a material that almost seems specifically designed to withstand the chaos that goes on in this area of the house.

It’s a nice alternative to granite, and the 4 points discussed above prove it’s also the better option of the two. So do yourself a favor and when you start planning a kitchen remodeling, be on the lookout for some great and stylish quartz countertops.

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