Quartz sits at a 7 (out of 10) on the Mohs Hardness Scale, and for this reason (and many more), it sits among the most popular materials to use for kitchen and bathroom countertops.
When you renovate your kitchen or bathroom, you don’t want the good looks to fade over the course of a few years. You want something that will last. One of the major benefits of quartz countertops is the fact that, as long as you don’t bash it with a hammer or some other tool, it has the potential to last forever.
But why do quartz countertops last so long?
How Do Quartz Countertops Last So Long?
Quartz countertops are composed of about 90 percent natural quartz and 10 percent polymers, resins, and pigments. The polymers and resins bind all the particles together and seal the natural pores of quartz, and the pigments are added for color. This mixture, after it’s heated and molded, turns into a beautiful man-made rock without any pores or cracks. The nonporousness of quartz means that you never need to seal it, and it’s also an ultra-hygienic material.
Thanks to these features, quartz countertops are pretty much indestructible.
Here are a few more reasons why quartz lasts so long:
- It’s a hard surface—even harder than granite! So, if you value hardness and are asking “Is quartz better than granite?” then in this respect, yes, it is.
- It’s decently heat resistant.
- It doesn’t contain any natural fractures.
- It’s nonporous.
- It’s easy to clean.
Given all of these details, it’s very likely that your quartz countertop will last a lifetime.
The Strongest Countertop Material
Of course, there are both pros and cons to quartz countertops, but one of the major pros is that it’s actually the strongest and most durable countertop material. It’s no wonder that it lasts as long as it does.
When it comes to other countertops, you have to be wary of certain chemicals, but that is not the case with quartz. It’s chemical resistant—chemicals cannot penetrate the surface of the stone. Along with chemicals, it’s also impossible for food residue to pierce the surface.
Thanks to its nonporous nature, quartz won’t be exposed to detergents or other cleaning agents that could cause wear and tear over time. Instead, quartz stays looking as gorgeous as the day you had it installed.
A Worthwhile Investment
While quartz’s durability is a major selling point, we’d also like to share just how aesthetically versatile this stone is. It comes in tons of colors and patterns, being that it’s a man-made material, and none of its variations require much maintenance. If you don’t have time for the upkeep that a natural stone countertop often requires, then quartz is a great option because it can be crafted to look like natural stone while lasting even longer.
Considering Quartz
Quartz countertops are a great investment for your kitchen, bathroom, and home in general. To learn more about them, get in touch with Stone Concepts, Inc. today.
