The Facts about Granite, Quartz, and Quartzite

Learn more about three of the most popular countertop materials as we dive into the facts about quartz, granite, and quartzite. Distinguishing between these different types of slabs can sometimes be confusing—especially since all three are composed (to varying degrees) of quartz crystals!

[forkthepork]

I went with Mont Lucia Quartzite. Looks like marble, acts like granite, absolutely beautiful.

[ampquartz]

Thank you so much for the video. Granite has been increasing popular, but of course there are a lot of fun facts most people are not aware of.

[petarsron]

Thanks guys for the info..very professional advise ...My wife and i "A & B Granite, Quartz" at our local Suppiler in Australia (Granite, was from Indian). I must say. Visually, Granite gives you a natural feel and tone . Quatz does not even come close to a natural look. Quartz however does look so much more appealing than Laminate.

[laurenletsche]

I thought The quartz I looked at looked like a high-end laminate. I chose granite it once again. I am very pleased.

[stonewarehouseofmichigan]

one of the most informative videos i've seen, very good!

[susanciacchella]

Great information, Excellent Education

[joanwood]

I heavily lean toward quartz. Having had laminate countertops my entire life is kind of "burned" into my brain to not put hot pots on the countertop without some type of protection underneath. So that part about quartz not being heat resistant is not a problem.

[ninahmarshyn]

I'm in the UK and I've ordered quartzite. Here we were told you can't put a hot pan directly on to quartz due to the fact its man made with resin but you can with the quartzite as its tough natual stone. We had granite before and I always put my pans onto it. So confused as I keep hearing different things 😕

[evangelinemunyan]

What about soap stone? How much, does it require specific maintenance, polishing, etc.?

[kmoresco]

Is there a price difference for the different materials?

[Moonchilling]

Some say that quartz is a high end laminate

[Linda-zfvs]

Thank you for this very informative video. My old farmhouse does not have room for a dishwasher so I hand wash dishes. I'm wondering, if I install an undermount sink with granite or quartzite countertop about the likelihood it may chip as I wash pots and pans.

[jayviswanathan]

How about turmeric stains on Quartz vs. Quartzite vs. Granite? I cook daily with turmeric and about to make a decision on countertop for my kitchen.

[jonathanthink]

In general, you do not put anything hot on the countertop. Quartz could burn. Granite will not burn. However, all of them will crack if the pot is too due to uneven expansion. Yes, granite will crack :-)

[graceloong]

Thank you for the information, and it is very helpful. May I ask what is the name of the product to clean stubborn stain on a quartz countertop? If stain remains after a few days, will it require a professional to sand the surface to remove the stain or can you do it yourself with a fine sand paper? After sanding, should polish be re-apply? What kind of polish? Thank you in advance.

[sctony]

Did you say granite has resin in it? How does a natural stone have resin in it?

[tinam]

A lot more information than other videos... thanks! Is there a general difference in price?

[JORGELOPEZ-ikfg]

What about using a damp cloth with bleach to clean the quartz ? Great informative video.

[Madpencildust]

Why was he looking like he was about to laugh so hard? Lol Either nervousness or he had a good joke in mind 😆

[rachelwidman]

I get so much misinformation about granite. Your suggesting to not put hot pans directly on it? We have been told it’s very heat resistant🤷🏻‍♀️