{"id":2169,"date":"2022-10-19T15:10:44","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T19:10:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedesignerstoneco.com\/?p=2169"},"modified":"2022-11-15T15:23:36","modified_gmt":"2022-11-15T19:23:36","slug":"from-the-ground-up-how-quartz-countertops-are-made","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedesignerstoneco.com\/from-the-ground-up-how-quartz-countertops-are-made\/","title":{"rendered":"From the Ground Up: How Quartz Countertops are Made"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to kitchen countertops, there are a few popular options to choose from. You can go with a natural stone like granite or marble, or you can choose a man-made option like quartz. Quartz kitchen countertops have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason &#8211; they offer many benefits that other materials don&#8217;t. In this blog post, we will take a look at how quartz countertops are made and what sets them apart from other materials.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What\u2019s in Quartz Counters?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/usenaturalstone.org\/manufacturing-impacts-natural-stone-vs-engineered-quartz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Most quartz countertops<\/a> aren\u2019t \u201cpure\u201d quartzite. In fact, these countertops are actually composed of crushed pieces or flakes from larger rocks and are combined with other minerals. Quartz is mined from quarries.<\/p>\n<p>Natural stones are harder to work with because they contain more imperfections than processed materials do. Quartz countertops consist of a man-made mixture of 90% ground quartz and 10% polymer resins and pigments. The amount of polymer resin used depends on how thick each engineered quartz slab is.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Color<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Aside from its durability, there are many quartz countertop color options, including white and black, with white being the most popular choice. Natural quartz is easier to customize and create a unique color choice to match backsplashes or add to a kitchen island.<\/p>\n<h2>How Quartz Compares to Other Stone Countertops<\/h2>\n<p>While hardstone countertops are aesthetically pleasing, they each act differently. Natural stone countertops all have advantages, but the adding a personal touch and its durable nature make it top-notch.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Granite countertops are a natural stone slab option, especially in fashionable homes. It\u2019s heat resistant but if not resealed each year, spills will be absorbed into the stone.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Soapstone is softer than quartz, which means it\u2019s susceptible to scratches.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Marble countertops, although beautiful, will absorb moisture and spilled liquids if not quickly cleaned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When comparing quartz to other countertop materials, it\u2019s common to ask, \u2018do quartz countertops cost a lot?\u2019 There are a few components to this answer. Quartz doesn\u2019t need to be sealed like other natural stone countertops, meaning it is <a href=\"https:\/\/ipsnews.net\/business\/2020\/05\/02\/anti-bacterial-qualities-of-quartz-make-it-a-great-countertop-option\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">naturally microbial<\/a>. If you\u2019re a household with children and lots of activity in the kitchen, quartz countertops should be at the top of your list.<\/p>\n<h3>What Are The Pros and Cons of Quartz?<\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Pros of Quartz Countertops<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Harder than natural stone<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/usenaturalstone.org\/granite-vs-engineered-quartz-countertop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Variety of color options<\/a> available since materials are mixed<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Durable &#8211; unlike laminate kitchen countertops<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Low maintenance<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Nonporous<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">High-end kitchens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Cons of Quartz Countertops<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Trivets are encouraged to protect the surface from hot pans and heat<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Vulnerable to high alkaline and acidic products<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Cost per square foot can be steep<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Very heavy<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Can fade from sun or UV exposure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Find Your Quartz Countertop With Designer Stone<\/h2>\n<p>As you begin your DIY remodel project and have questions about quartz, <a href=\"https:\/\/thedesignerstoneco.com\/contact-us\/\">contact Designer Stone Co<\/a> today. <a href=\"https:\/\/thedesignerstoneco.com\/visit-our-showroom\/\">Visit our showroom<\/a> to get an in-person idea of high-quality stone countertops, and ask questions about how quartz countertops are made.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to kitchen countertops, there are a few popular options to choose from. 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