Pros and Cons of Quartz Countertops

When you ask a professional if you should install quartz countertops, they will say “it depends on how you use them.” Quartz has acquired a reputation for being pricey and non-heat resistant but don’t dismiss it too quickly. This beautiful stone has a great deal to offer. Here is everything you need to know about the strengths and weaknesses of quartz.

Pros

• Excellent options for color, pattern, texture and finish
• Extremely durable
• Quartz doesn’t need to be sealed while natural stone does
• It is non-porous and resistant to staining and bacteria
• Easy to clean
• The resin creates flexibility, so countertops won’t chip as easily as granite, marble, tile or concrete
• Seams between slabs are less visible than between slabs of concrete or natural stone

Cons

• Not as resistant to heat as concrete or granite
• Isn’t as natural looking as stone, since it is engineered
• Quartz countertops are more expensive than some countertop materials
• Direct sunlight over an extended period of time will cause fading