{"id":13889,"date":"2020-07-03T02:59:23","date_gmt":"2020-07-03T07:59:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graniteselection.com\/?post_type=blog&p=13889"},"modified":"2024-12-13T07:31:12","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T12:31:12","slug":"how-long-do-quartz-countertops-last","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/graniteselection.com\/blog\/how-long-do-quartz-countertops-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long do Quartz Countertops Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Quartz<\/a> is an attractive addition to any kitchen or bathroom countertop at any price point. This is because of its unique colors and patterns. They can instantly make your kitchen centerpieces look like a work of art. May it be to a homeowner, or a commercial real estate developer, quartz is a truly wonderful go-to material<\/a>. Having significant knowledge of quartz is a valuable addition to your DIY or real estate arsenal.<\/p>\n

Quartz is also known for being extremely durable. It is a very hard material and is also very resistant to heat<\/a>. It has a non-porous characteristic that makes maintaining it a breeze.<\/p>\n

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Are Quartz Countertops Durable?<\/h2>\n

Quartz is topped only by Topaz, Corundum, and the hardest of all materials, Diamond, in the hardness scale. It is made of very strong material<\/a> that is highly resistant to scratches<\/a>, chips, dents, breaks, and even burns.<\/p>\n

Most of the quartz countertops we have available are engineered<\/a>. This means that they are part quartz powder and part polymer, synthetic resin, and pigments. I know what your thinking. Doesn\u2019t this adulterate the material and make it weaker? Don\u2019t worry just yet. These engineered countertops are made up of about 93% Quartz and only 7% of the other materials. This means that it will still retain the strengths and durability of the original stone while getting the spark and shine that the additives provide.<\/p>\n

The short answer to the question is, yes. Quartz countertops are the most durable of countertops.<\/p>\n

Why is Quartz Durable?<\/h2>\n

The fabrication process used to create modern quartz countertops was developed in the 60s. This is by a company called Breton. Breton hired Italian engineers for their granite fabrication R&D and manufacturing. The focus of the fabrication process was centered on one thing and one thing only. Material Strength.<\/p>\n

All this effort did not go to waste as quartz is today known for being the toughest material out there. Quartz is also highly resistant to heat. Much more than natural stone is. Marble<\/a> is actually prone to thermal shock. Granite<\/a> is also reported to break with constant exposure to hot pans and pots. No to mention that the sealant or polish on the granite can melt.<\/p>\n

The natural characteristics of quartz, the engineered fabrication process, and the heat resistance all combine to make quartz one of the most reliable countertop materials.<\/p>\n