Quartz V Granite Countertops. Granite is often cited as the most durable natural countertop material available and is known for resisting cracks and chips. This is because around 6-7 of quartz is man-made polymers and resins so the overall material is less stable and tends to be a bit more flexible than granite.
When you scratch a quartz counter the flexibility of this resin can make scratches easier to inflict. They are more susceptible to damage from heat than granite but are less likely to stain. Quartz and granite countertops are priced similarly per square foot with granite counters having the wider variation in price.
Quartz wins this category.
To avoid scratching the surface use trivets and avoid putting anything hot directly onto the countertop. Sometimes quartz is more expensive due. Granite Stone countertops are popular in kitchens for a reason. Quartz and granite countertops are priced similarly per square foot with granite counters having the wider variation in price.
