Everyone’s lives are different, which means we want to find the the countertop that makes the most sense for your personal daily life. All countertops differ in durability, care, looks and budget. Here are some pros and cons of granite, quartz and quartzite:
Granite Countertops
- PROS:
- Adds value to your home
- Can last a lifetime if properly taken care of
- Heat resistant: you can set hot pots and pans directly on granite
- CONS:
- Must be sealed
- Color options: since granite is natural, we are limited to the patterns and colors that mother nature provides
Quartz Countertops
- PROS:
- Variety; since quartz is engineered by man, there is a wider variety to choose from than natural stones
- It looks very similar to granite
- CONS:
- Not heat resistant: you cannot set hot pots and pans directly on countertop
- Cannot use as outdoor countertop
Quartzite Countertops
- PROS:
- More resistant to scratches than quartz
- Appearance looks like marble but without the expensive price tag
- CONS:
- Not heat resistant: you cannot set hot pots and pans directly on surface
- Can be damaged by sharp objects such as knives used directly on surface
