Team Quartz vs Team Granite

When heading into Planet Stone to outline your countertop remodel, you may already have a stone in mind. Granite is an extremely popular countertop selection. It is elegant, strong and a desirable choice among home buyers and renters. However, we find that many of our customers choose granite because they never looked into a better option.

Although we do love the look and feel of granite, we have a few points that may sell you on its’ stone counterpart…quartz.

Price You can spend a fortune on countertop remodels,especially if you are purchasing granite. Yes, you will most likely see a return on your investment in the long run, but it will make a huge dent in your remodel budget. Quartz is the more affordable countertop option. Sometimes costing almost half of what granite would. So, if you are looking to cover a lot of space with your stone choice, you may want to request an estimate for both. You might be surprised by your new desire to choose quartz.

Warranty

When it comes to natural stone countertops, there is no guarantee that they will last. Granite and marble are real stone products that can breakdown over time. This is why we love quartz. As a manmade product it comes with a warranty that can range from 10-15 years or even a lifetime.

Having that protection and guarantee on your countertops, allows you to feel confident in your choice. If anything cracks, chips or discolors, you will have options, and that is worth the affordable investment.

Strength

Stone countertops are the way to go in any kitchen or bathroom remodel, but some choices are better than others. Granite is known for being a strong and durable option, but it isn’t quartz. Since quartz is a manmade stone it contains a resin binder that will help your countertops withstand time and normal wear and tear. This means you won’t have to cringe every time you hear a plate scrape the counter. By choosing quartz you are choosing the strength that comes with it, and the worry-free guarantee you will receive with a warranty.

When choosing countertops for your Los Angeles home, there are a lot of factors that come into play. There are many benefits to choosing a natural stone product, but it is important to weigh your options and do the research. We welcome you to contact us with any questions you have about the pros and cons of a particular stone product. We know this is a big decision, and we want to be there to guide you in any way!

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