Is quartz or granite better for kitchen countertops

Q: Is quartz or granite better for kitchen countertops?

Quartz versus granite comes down to maintenance and heat. Quartz is engineered, non-porous and never needs sealing, so it resists stains with little care. Granite is natural stone, handles heat better and has one-of-a-kind patterns, but it needs sealing from time to time. Quartz can discolor if a very hot pan sits directly on it, so trivets are a habit worth keeping. Granite can absorb oil or wine if its seal wears thin. Both are heavy and need level, solid cabinets underneath. Price depends on the specific slab more than the category: an entry-level granite can cost less than a premium quartz, and the reverse. Ask each remodeler to price the same slab, edge and number of cutouts so the bids compare.

Quartz can discolor if a very hot pan sits directly on it, so trivets are a habit worth keeping. Granite can absorb oil or wine if its seal wears thin. Both are heavy and need level, solid cabinets underneath.

Price depends on the specific slab more than the category: an entry-level granite can cost less than a premium quartz, and the reverse. Ask each remodeler to price the same slab, edge and number of cutouts so the bids compare.

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