Quartz vs Granite

Quartz vs Granite – a common question! Should I use quartz or granite? This is a question we get asked frequently when choosing a suitable stone for your worktop. This article will hopefully equip you with enough information for you to make an informed decision on whether granite or quartz will be the most suitable choice for you. Contact a member of our team to learn more.

First let’s look at each material in detail.

What is Quartz?

Quartz is a man-made material, it is made by mixing quartz with resin. This mixture is compressed via factory machines to make the slabs, a marble effect is created by adding colour by hand.

What is granite?

Granite is a 100% natural stone which has been quarried straight from the earth in either a large chunk or sheets.

Granite – Pros

1. Each slab is unique

2. Gives your kitchen a more luxurious look

3. Great earthy tones and patterns to choose from

4. Durable

5. Scratch-resistant

6. Heat-resistant

Cons

1. As this is a natural stone there will be imperfections

2. Needs sealing as it is a porous stone which makes it susceptible to staining

3. Seams are more difficult to hide

Quartz

1. More colour choice than granite 

2. Consistency in colour and pattern in the slabs – great for vein matching

3. Durable

4. Scratch-resistant

5. Stain-resistant

6. Seams are easily hidden

7. Low maintenance

Cons

1. Not a unique stone

	Quartz	Granite
Appearance	A uniform look	Each slab is unique as it is not man-made however there may be imperfections.
Staining	Stain-resistant	Stain-resistant when sealed
Heat Resistant	Heat-resistant	Heat-resistant and weatherproof – great for bespoke BBQ’s
Colour	Best used indoors	Will not fade if used outside