Quartz kitchen countertops Parkland, FL residents treasure from New York Quartz are a popular option for both kitchen and bathroom remodeling endeavors. This article aims to provide an overview of this wonderful material and its many advantages.
Quartz vs. Quartzite: What’s the Difference?
Quartzite is a natural stone, while “quartz” is an artificial material made from finely crushed quartzite mixed with a tough acrylic resin. Even though the two terms are often used interchangeably, they refer to completely different materials, and countertops made from natural quartz versus quartzite have different properties, pros and cons, and require different types of care.
Quartz kitchen countertops Parkland, FL residents cherish are available in a huge variety of colors and textures, which range from those that precisely replicate natural stone to premium styles that create stunning visual effects.
Why Quartz Instead of Natural Stone?
Porosity and options. The biggest problem with countertops made from natural stone is the stone’s ability to absorb liquids and thus stain and/or develop bacterial contamination. Quartz surfaces solve that problem by binding the natural stone powder in a solid, non-porous layer of acrylic resin, which leaves no cracks or pores that can harbor stains or microorganisms.
In addition, since quartz is made by mixing finely crushed quartzite with resin, this allows the production of colors and textures that are either extremely hard to find in nature. With quartz, we can replicate the look of pure white quartz, the dramatically veined Calacatta marble, or even go completely futuristic by creating a bright blue background embedded with crystalline “stars”. Cultured stone countertops give you access to a stunning variety of design options in any size and shape.
Natural Quartzite
Quartzite is found in many places throughout the world, including the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, and Continental Europe. In the United States, quartz has been located in Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., South Dakota, Central Texas, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
The British Isles feature a rich supply of quartzite, especially in Wales, Scottish Highlands, Northwest Ireland, and other locations. The Precambrian and Cambrian mountains and crags scattered throughout the area provide a rich variety of quartzite in a stunning array of colors and textures.
The natural heritage of quartzite and the resulting quartz surface materials is evident in the names of some of the major suppliers of quartz countertops. Cambria is named after the Cambrian Mountains range in Wales, while Caesarstone is named after the Caesarea region in Israel.
Advantages of Quartz Countertops
Stain Resistance
Since the acrylic resin fills all the spaces between the crushed quartzite particles, there are no gaps, cracks, or microscopic pores. Due to this, stains can’t seep inside. With natural granite or marble, it’s entirely possible to spill a glass of red wine or some pasta sauce and end up with a discolored spot that’s hard to eliminate. Quartz countertops aren’t bothered by stains. You can simply wipe up the spill and go about your day.
Sanitary and Sanitizable
Another major benefit of the seamless surface is that there’s no place for bacteria to hide and grow. Quartz countertops are much more sanitary than granite or marble. This makes them an excellent choice not only for kitchens but for healthcare applications, commercial food preparation (especially for raw fish, chicken, and vegetables), and other situations where cleanliness is not only desired but required. Many of our countertops are even certified for Kosher kitchens.
Quartz countertops are easy to keep sanitized, which is especially important in the time of the COVID-19 epidemic. Using a solution of 70% alcohol and 30% water, a Lysol spray, or a very diluted bleach solution (four teaspoons bleach in one quart of water), you can ensure a clean and germ-free surface.
No Sealant Needed
Unlike granite and marble countertops, there is no need to apply surface sealant or periodically reseal the countertop. With practically zero maintenance, quartz countertops are a great choice for heavy-use kitchens.
Damage Resistance
Another benefit of acrylic resin is that it gives just a touch of flexibility to the countertop, enough to resist chipping, cracking, and scratching. In addition, since the color is “baked in” the entire material, even if you do manage to chip or scratch it, it will be less obvious since the same color or vein is underneath.
Repairability
Unlike many other materials, even significant damage to quartz countertops can be repaired. That’s the good news. The even better news is that there’s a lifetime warranty on most of our quartz countertops, so you have nothing to worry about. In case of damage, we’ll have a repair team sent out to your house and have the chip or scratch fixed on-site and free of charge.
Color Choices
Since quartz countertops are made by mixing finely crushed quartzite with acrylic resin, we can vary the colors and even create veins, textures, and patterns to match the popular natural stone textures. We can even create looks beyond natural. As a certified dealer of over a dozen suppliers, New York Quartz offers hundreds of color and texture choices.
Whether you’re looking for a clean, sleek, modern design, a traditional look that resembles marble or granite, or a funky, colorful geode collection, we have the color and texture to fit your kitchen style. Pure white, concrete, jet-black, sparkly blue, Calacatta Marble, and anything in between, you’ll find it all in our showroom.
Edge Profile Choices
The nature of quartz makes it very shapeable, and our in-house fabrication team can create the right edge to match your kitchen design. From the basic squared-off or rounded shapes to the “premier” edges like a waterfall and double ogee and even completely custom edge profiles, we can make your countertop look as traditional or as modern as you want.
In addition to standard and premium edges, our in-house fabrication shop can cut a completely custom edge. With our advanced CNC stonecutting machinery and professionals who have years of experience, there’s no such thing as too complicated.
The New Trend
In the 1990s, the hot trend in kitchen renovation was granite countertops. Replacing the wooden and “plastic” countertops of the 1970s kitchens with a luxurious, expensive material was the thing to do, and every real estate listing would make sure to mention granite countertops. However, while granite quarries were resting on their laurels, quartz manufacturers were busy researching and trying out new combinations and processes, which resulted in a lineup of materials that take the beauty of natural stone and make it even better! Now, quartz countertops are one of the most sought-after features of the modern kitchen, along with smart appliances and open-concept planning.
Design Options
Quartz countertops aren’t limited to plain horizontal surfaces. Bold designers combine this versatile material with wood, concrete, metal, and other substances to create combinations that showcase contemporary shapes and exciting visual choices.
Multiple heights, mitered edges, waterfall shapes, utility niches, and other techniques can add complexity and depth to a kitchen design while making it more usable and comfortable.
More Information
Are you considering a quartz countertop for your kitchen or bathroom remodels? Are you interested in finding a bathroom or kitchen quartzite countertop Parkland, FL homeowners adore at New York Quartz? Do you have questions we haven’t covered here? Give us a call or stop into our showroom. Our representatives will be happy to help!
2201 West Atlantic Boulevard,
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Hours: M-F 9 AM – 6 PM, Sat 10 AM – 4 PM.
E-mail: info@newyorkquartz.us