Granite has been a top seller for quite some time, but quartz just took a hold of first place. As much as we love natural stone, quartz is a surface we adore just as much! Quartz surfaces are a man-made product that is composed of natural materials that possess many benefits. Thus, making them a popular choice for consumers. Don’t know all the benefits of having quartz countertops? Don’t worry we have you covered with our brief overview.

Benefits:

Since quartz surfaces are made up of mostly ground quartz, this makes the surface extremely durable and non-porous. Ultimately resulting in a scratch, bacteria, stain, and heat resistant surface. This surface is a popular choice for families as you can get your countertops absolutely clean and free from harmful bacteria and viruses due to its non-porous design. Quartz surfaces also come in an array of colors and styles that can resemble natural stone and concrete.

Finishes:

Like other countertop options, quartz surfaces can come in different finishes. Finish options include high gloss, matte, leather, suede, velvet, and concrete.

Care:

Not only are quartz surfaces well-loved because of their durability, but also because of their carefree maintenance! Simply clean everyday spills with a soft cloth, mild soap, and warm water or a quartz cleaner. To prevent stains, spills should be cleaned as soon as possible. For stubborn stains, you can use a nonabrasive brush. Always remember to use hot pads, trivets, cutting boards and coasters for additional protection to ensure the life of your countertops.

Applications:

Quartz surfaces are commonly used for indoor spaces as countertops, flooring, walls cladding, backsplashes, and fireplace surrounds. For large projects that require seaming, seams will be filled with a color-matching adhesive for a nearly seamless look. They will be visible and can be felt. For surfaces that have a more dynamic pattern, seams will be more apparent.

Quartz surfaces are a great choice for residential and commercial spaces for all of their benefits and vast array of design choices and are the only surface that is non-porous to help keep bacteria away. Let’s keep your loved ones healthy and install quartz surfaces in your home with Cutting Edge Countertops.

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