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Quartz has become one of the hottest new countertop materials, and for good reason. It's durable, versatile, and comes in a wide array of attractive designs.
So if you're interested in quartz and want to learn more, you've come to the right place! The following quartz countertop buying guide explains the manufacture and benefits of quartz, and reviews some of our favorite quartz countertop offerings.
Quartz begins as a natural mineral found in most rocks. The quartz mineral comes in a range of colorsfrom crystal clear to ebonyand can give rock a sparkling appearance.
Quartz is a very hard mineral. It can be mined from rock, but is sometimes revealed only after the surrounding rock erodes. Larger quartz crystals make beautiful gemstones, but the smaller pieces and granules can become jewelry for your home in the form of quartz countertops!
To create a quartz countertop, quartz pieces are mixed with other materials like granite particles and recycled or colored glass. These are then bonded together with resins and other binding agents, creating a mixture that can be molded into slabs.
These slabs are then fired at extremely high temperatures to create a countertop material that is dense, durable, and resistant to stains, chipping, and bacteria.
The ease of maintenance only adds to the desirability of quartz countertops. Quartz is non-porous and therefore never needs to be sealed, and its scratch-resistant surface is offered in honed and polished finishesneither of which ever requires polishing.
Lest you think quartz is simply a utilitarian product, it also comes in a wide variety of colors and styles that can please even the most particular homeowner.
From pure Calacatta Verona Quartz is white with veining that mimics the finest marble, to Midnight Majesty Quartz with its pattern of black with sparkling flecks, you're sure to find a design that speaks to you.
You can even achieve the look of a contemporary concrete slab without chipping and staining with MSI's Meridian Gray Quartz.
After selecting the perfect quartz countertop, take it a step further with a custom edge profile. Thick 4 and 5 cm slabs make a rich impact, while a traditional ogee edge adds a classic flair.
Featured: Calacatta Classique Quartz
Perhaps the most eye-catching edge profile is the waterfall edge shown in this image of Calacatta Classique Quartz. A waterfall edge makes a bold statement but is also especially successful with quartz, as it's easier to match up and continue the pattern across multiple slabs. Thats because the man-made material lacks the flaws or imperfections of natural stone.
And if thats not enough to convince you, MSI's premium quartz countertops are even backed by a lifetime residential warranty!
With all of these fabulous features combined, its not difficult to see why quartz is quickly rising up the ranks of preferred building materials.
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We doubt you'll need any further convincing, but should you wish to explore the world of quartz even further, check out all of MSIs quartz offerings.
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The most popular quartzite stone slabs have a white, beige or grey background. Veining comes in a wider range of colours, from charcoal grey to tan, blue and even gold. The quartzite slab you choose will depend on how you want your look to work dramatic and exotic or elegant and sophisticated.
Our range of quartzite includes true quartzite as well as softer versions that contain dolomite. These softer versions are stronger than marble and are therefore still suitable for use as kitchen countertops.
Our range of true Quartzite stone includes Taj Mahal, Cristallo, Patagonia, Bianco Superiore and Macaubas. Softer versions of the quartzite that we tend to stock includes Bianco Eclipse, Statuario Brazil, Matarazzo, Blue Roma and San Simone.
Bianco Eclipse
Ideal for kitchen countertops, floors and walls, the gleaming Bianco Eclipse quartzite stone is light grey to white in colour. Veining can vary between small and large on each stunning quartzite slab. Quarried in Brazil, the lovely Bianco Eclipse is an excellent example of a hard quartzite stone. We hold a large range of this stone so please ensure you check all the variations we have in stock by checking our quartzite slabs page.
Calacatta Macaubas
Another hard quartzite stone suitable for high traffic areas such as kitchen countertops, flooring and walls, Calacatta Macaubas has smoky grey veins running through soft white shading. This natural quartzite stone is quarried in Brazil and guaranteed to bring a touch of sophistication and character wherever its used in the home.
Mont Blanc
An elegant creamy white quartzite slab with thin veins of both grey and gold, Mont Blanc provides a striking-looking surface for any home. Use it for kitchen worktops, bathroom vanities, flooring and walls. This lovely Brazilian-mined natural stone can also be found with a dark grey and pale tan background.
Blue Roma
One of the more artistic varieties of the stone, Blue Roma quartzite, as the name suggests, has a blue background. But its the eye-catching and unusual veining that gives it its immediate appeal. The bold gold and brown swirl together to form striking patterns. Another quartzite stone excellent for high-traffic areas..
Taj Mahal
Another natural stone perfect for introducing warm and neutral tones into any room, Taj Mahal Quartzite has a subtle white background and light, yet distinct, veining, usually in beige or tan. This takes the form of large swirl patterns, giving a room a soft appeal. Perfect for kitchen worktops and bathroom vanity areas.
Other popular Quartzite
Other quartzite stone slabs gripping the imagination of designers and architects these days include Patagonia, Bianco Superiore, Avocatus, Fusion Blue and Fusion Wow.
Bianco Superiore, a beautiful soft white quartzite slab with charcoal grey veins in a large sweeping pattern, is used mainly in kitchens and bathrooms.
In contrast, Avocatus, Fusion Blue and Fusion Wow are three quartzite stone slabs placed to bring instant colour and vibrancy to a room. Avocatus is an overlapping of vivid dark and light green shades, intertwined with black and white veining and spots. Fusion Blue introduces reds, bronze, browns and oranges to a blue background, while Fusion Wow resembles an abstract multi-shaded painting, with blues, greens, peach, gold and burnt orange all weaving together to create a stunning finish.
But you may prefer another choice from our unbelievably large range of beautiful quartzite stone. See our quartzite slab range here.
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