Quartz vs. Quartzite Countertops PLUS Quartzite Pros & Cons

Feature Image: Cambria Quartz Brittanicca - Sebring Design Build Those who love natural stone are often hard-pressed to choose between two of the most popular materials available: quartz vs. quartzite. Choosing the right material for your new kitchen countertops can be one of the most important decisions to make when it comes to design and quality. Whether or not you are going to be using your kitchen countertops every day, you’ll definitely want something spectacular and beautiful in what is arguably the most important room in the home. They both hail from the same name. But, what’s the difference between [...]

Hanstone Quartz Countertops: The Pros and Cons

K-Kitchen A kitchen is not just about aesthetics, it is also about strength and durability. So while it is important to have a tastefully designed kitchen, it is even more important to have one that can withstand the busy and often-rough use of the space. One of the most crucial parts of the kitchen is the countertop. This is where a bulk of kitchen activities take place. For years, granite has been the mainstay of kitchen countertops. It has provided the aesthetics and resilience needed in a kitchen countertop. Now, a new material is edging the beloved granite aside. Engineered [...]

Silestone Countertops: The Pros & Cons

Featured Image Source: SilestoneUSA.com Choosing the best countertop option for your bathroom or kitchen is tough, particularly with kitchens.   Choosing the right countertop with all of the alternatives on the market, like marble and granite is a challenge, but when comparing features like staining and scratches, silestone fares well.  Silestone is manufactured from quartz, which provides many color tones, styles, and finishes for kitchen countertops and bathroom treatments, complementing many home styles and decorating tastes. What is Silestone? Silestone is a manufactured material made from natural quartz crystals that is used to make countertops, sinks, floors, shower trays, [...]

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