Quartz Countertops Compared To Granite. Seams are less noticeable. Quartz also called engineered stone is relatively new but growing in popularity.
High-quality quartz countertops might cost up to 140 per square foot while granite can cost up to 175 or more. You can see minerals on its surface. Quartz is harder and therefore more durable than granite and is less likely to chip.
In fact this confusion is engineered into two of those materials.
Quartz on the other hand costs between 45 and 130 per square foot including installation. For one thing theyre durable can last a long time and add a sense of sophisticated elegance to any kitchen. Granite has a natural texture. In this article Design Consultant Myra Flipsen helps us compare the pros and cons of granite and quartz by evaluating each stones stain heat and scratch resistance.
