Quartz Countertops Are Greener Than Granite

When it comes time to renovate your kitchen there are a few key areas you need to consider. Floors, lighting, cabinets, whether to replace appliances and of course the very important countertops. For many homeowners quartz countertops Wall NJ and elsewhere are a better choice than the often sought-out granite option for a number of reasons, but one of which is being the better option for the environment. Here is a closer look.

Making quartz countertops is greener and better for the planet

The process of making granite countertops starts with mining and cutting, and there are a lot of emissions with it’s transportation around the world. While you can get some granite that is from this country, a lot comes from around the world and take a lot of fossil fuel. The process of quarrying creates a lot of waste as well. On the other hand, quartz countertops Brick Township NJ, are mostly engineered in the country take less fossil fuel, and there is not a lot of waste. The process says it recycles 97% of the water used in the process and also recycles a good amount.

The advantages of Quartz countertops in the kitchen

As well as there being the greener consideration when it comes to choosing between granite and Quartz there are other advantages and reasons to choose it for the kitchen. Here is a look at five.

1. You can get a lot of different looks, from solid colours to patterns. If you want it to look like granite then you can get that. What people like as well as that with the patterning it is more consistent whereas granite has more variation as there is no control with it being natural.
2. Quartz is non-porous, it is already perfect for being used in an environment like the kitchen and even the bathroom where spills are less likely to stain and mould and bacteria are not going to form because the countertop has absorbed spills. To keep a granite countertop in the same state you have to apply a seal and keep doing that on a yearly basis.
3. Quartz is durable and strong so it can handle the heat and it is not going to chip or crack easily. Quartz countertops Wall NJ are going to last for years even in busy and well-used kitchens.
4. When you compare Quartz to other materials that are man-made like laminate it does not release VOCs (volatile organic chemicals).
5. Compared to something like granite Quartz is more affordable.

Be sure to choose a great countertop installer

Quartz countertops Brick Township NJ and elsewhere are a great option. Just find a local expert who can show it to you, let you touch the material and go through its many benefits and you might find that with its eco-friendliness, durability, suitability and appearance this is the best countertop for your kitchen. Choosing the best installer will ensure it looks great and are installed to a high standard. Look for experienced professionals who use high-quality materials.

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