What’s so Good about Quartz Worktops?

Ever wondered what’s so great about quartz worktops? You know that increasing numbers of your friends are choosing them and loving them. But do you still wonder: are quartz worktop any good? Does this engineered stone perform when compared to a composite, a laminate or a natural mined stone? What are the practical and aesthetic benefits of choosing quartz over anything else?

Well, there are a few features of quartz that we think are rather good!

Being Durable is Good

When you buy a quartz worktop, you’re making a long-term purchasing choice. The makeup of a quartz worktop is 93-94% natural stone mixed with resin. This means that the surface is extremely tough and durable. It’s heat resistant and withstands spills and consistent water contact without staining. A quartz worktop is so tough that you should use sharp knives on a chopping board to protect the knives! So, once it’s installed, it’ll manage the pressures of a busy kitchen for many years to come without becoming tired and degraded.

Being Low Maintenance is Good

Because of the engineered quality of a quartz worktop, the surface is completely non-porous. That’s one of the many things good about quartz worktops: they require minimal maintenance. All you need is a damp cloth and maybe a gentle cleaner if you wish. There are no tiny crevices where bacteria can breed, making quartz one of the most hygienic solutions for a kitchen or bathroom. Unlike naturally mined stones, there’s no need for periodic sealing. The mix of quartz and resin ensures the material is sealed throughout, preventing the absorption of liquid or smells. This keeps your kitchen fresh and hygienic with minimal effort.

Being Bespoke is Good

Another benefit to being an engineered stone is the ability of quartz to support bespoke requirements. For homes and rooms which may have unusual sizes or awkward angles, quartz can be cut perfectly to match. If a kitchen refit is designed to maximise space or provide solutions with bespoke dimensions, quartz is perfect. As it is not mined in slabs, there is a reduced requirement for joints in the worktop. This not only looks great but brings a greater level of hygiene and durability. You can even achieve more detail with some great edging designs, which make a feature of your worktops.

Being Beautiful is Good

Who doesn’t love something beautiful? Whatever your perspective on beauty, a variety of quartz will certainly meet your expectations. Simply think about what you love about stone. Is it sparkle and reflectivity? There’s a quartz to tick the box. Maybe it’s the depth of colour. Simply choose from a range of quartz that mixes hues and tones. Your idea of beauty may depend on designing a statement kitchen with an eye-catching, bright splash of worktop. You guessed it: there’s a perfect quartz colour for you!

Being Varied is Good

Quartz is produced in such a huge range of colours, hues, and graining that there is something for everyone. The good about Quartz Worktops is their unmatched variety and choice. Whether you adore the elegant veining of marble or the signature sparkle of granite, quartz offers both. If you have a specific colour scheme that’s hard to match with other materials, quartz provides the perfect hue. With such a wide selection, you can also find quartz within your price range. While some surfaces can be pricey, the vast range ensures plenty of affordable options, too.

Zenstone Ltd is a Surrey-based leader with over 30 years of experience crafting bespoke granite, marble, and quartz units using both traditional techniques and modern technology. Contact us today!