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All About Quartz Kitchen Worktops

by Maria Kairuz Fashion Connoisseur And Blogger
If you want to renovate your kitchen, doing a research on kitchen worktops is essential. We will help you make it simpler. In this article we will know more about quartz worktops.

Quartz is an engineered stone worktop that has gained attention from various designers during the last decade and is in close competition with granite as the most popular kitchen countertop material. Quartz, one of the best stone kitchen worktops is highly resistant to scratches, stains and heat. Quartz kitchen worktops are comparatively cost effective and are highly durable.

Quartz is formed from one of the hardest minerals on earth and thus has a long life. One of the most eye-catching and aesthetically appealing points is that quartz kitchen worktops are available in a huge variety of colours.  These are man-made stones which are designed to meet all the needs with relatively low cost.

Formation

Unlike other stone worktops, quartz worktops are engineered in a factory. They are combined with 95 percent of ground quartz, polyester resins and coloured pigments. Materials and additives such as recycled glass and metallic flecks are added to give a new texture and design. Although the resins form an integral part of the worktop as it helps these countertops against staining and scratching.

Below is a list of few reasons why you should opt for quartz kitchen worktops.

Variety of colors

Quartz kitchen worktops are becoming the most favorable option as they are available in many colours. Because of their appealing look, they are being preferred for home and office purposes. You can choose according to the colour combination and your needs.
 
Excellent durability

Quartz kitchen worktops are very long lasting in comparison to other stone kitchen worktops. Their resistance to all kinds of stains and scratches make them even more preferable. This is an engineered product which is designed in an eco-friendly manner when purchased from reputable dealers and brands.

Non-porous surface

Quartz worktops are chosen because of it being non-porous. These surfaces are completely stain proof which keeps it from soaking most of the liquids such as water, oil, coffee etc. These surfaces are vibro-compressed during its manufacturing process which makes it need practically no maintenance.

Suitable for Bath, Living rooms, Flooring and Kitchen spaces

Quartz worktops are suitable for both your bath and kitchen spaces. Also for other areas of a property such as fireplace surrounds, wall cladding and flooring.

Its characteristics reduce the growth of bacteria and other germs. In comparison, other materials are not suitable for all the above purposes.

Maintenance

Quartz worktops do not require much of maintenance. With its various characteristics, these worktops do not require sealing nor re-sealing.

This material is an eco-friendly option not only for kitchen but also for bath spaces.

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