Quartz is one of
the most popular materials on the market today for countertops. Homeowners,
home builders and interior designers have plenty of reasons for liking it so
much. Quartz comes in a wide variety of colors and patterns, so it is easy to
find the perfect slab to match a kitchen or bathroom. We have done many quartz
countertop installations, so we want to provide a few facts about installing
quartz countertops in your Minnesota home.
- Quartz countertops are an engineered, man-made stone that is formed by combining 90 percent ground quartz with 8-10 percent resins, pigments and polymers. When combined, these materials form a hard surface not unlike granite. Quartz can be coarsely ground, giving it a flecked appearance, or it can be finely ground, giving it a smoother look.
- Many different brands of quartz are on the market today including DuPont, Avanza, CaesarStone and more. In addition, some brands of quartz are made entirely in the United States.
- Installing quartz countertops will not have a negative effect on the environment since quartz is the second most abundant material on the planet.
- Quartz is incredibly durable and easy to care for and maintain. It is also nonporous, meaning it will not harbor germs or bacteria. Quartz countertops are great for families and homes of all sizes since it is long lasting and generally maintenance free.
- Quartz is stain, heat, burn and scratch resistant. Therefore, quartz countertops can be used for multiple purposes in different rooms of your home.
- Quartz countertops are a great alternative if you don’t want to go with granite for whatever reason. Quartz is very similar to granite in that it is durable, easy to maintain, and there is a huge selection of different colors and varieties.
- If you are interested in installing quartz countertops in your home, it is recommended to hire professionals like the ones at Universal Stone. Unless you have plenty of experience, installing quartz countertops is not a do-it-yourself project.
For more
information on installing quartz countertops in your Minnesota home, call
Universal Stone at 952-746-4690, or you can contact us to get a Free Quote.
