Quartzite Countertops Lafayette

What is Quartzite? 

Quartzite occurs in nature naturally as a metamorphic rock. It's created when sandstone undergoes intense heat and pressure from shifting tectonic plates, which causes it to compress around the crust of the earth. Quartzite is refined into industrial slabs for the construction of quartzite countertops. Sealed with a human-safe coating, these countertops have their durability elevated in order to facilitate easy cleaning. A final polish adds an additional touch of beauty before it's ready to be installed.

The Durability of Quartzite Countertops

Quartzite countertops in Lafayette are known for their strength and durability. Quartzite is harder than granite, and it can also withstand high levels of heat, making it ideal for cooking applications. However, this makes quartzite countertops more susceptible to chipping if not professionally installed, considering quartzite is even harder than quartz. Quartzite can also be scratched, which means that you'll want to use a cutting board when preparing food.

What Do Quartzite Countertops Look Like?

Thanks to the iron oxide occurring naturally within the stone, the whitish-gray shades of quartzite are usually complemented with red and pink hues. Stunning quartzite slabs can come in a variety of color options such as green, blue, yellow, and even orange. This is thanks to the unique minerals involved during the formation of quartzite under high-pressure conditions as well as the dyes that can be added during the manufacturing process. 

Take a peek at our online stone gallery for quartzite examples, or stop by to see our fine selection of slabs in person if you're in the Lafayette area! 

Maintaining a Quartzite Countertop

Maintaining a quartzite countertop in Lafayette is easy: simply wipe up any messes with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive cleaner of your choice. Make sure to avoid anything that isn't rated to clean quartzite since this could damage the glossy finish. You'll never have to worry about performing any deep-clean since quartzite's natural mineral structure makes it resistant to viruses and bacteria. However, Lafayette quartzite countertops will need to be resealed again once or twice each year, depending on their frequency of use. If ignored, stains might begin to set in them.