Quartz vs. Granite
Countertops made of quartz are typically fashioned out of pre-ground quartz, which will make up 95% of the total material used in its construction. The remaining 5% are the binders and pigments that are employed to add some additional coloring and to increase the natural luster of the quartz. Recycled glass is also utilized from eco-friendly sources to give an additional sparkle akin to freshly fallen snow under the winter's sun. However, it's not atypical for thin metallic flakes to be used instead of glass when appropriate.
Our quartz countertops in Lafayette are made with a resin that allows them to be highly scratch-resistant and stain-resistant. Inherently non-porous, quartz countertops don't require consistent resealing and are simple to prepare for bathroom and kitchen use. This one-and-done process greatly eliminates the tedium of resealing granite with a new layer of protection each year.
The Stone Gallery's Lustrous quartz countertops contain patterns, swirls, and flecks of glitter along a wide variety of installation options to elevate the theming and appearance of any bathroom or kitchen. Not limited to plainly-polished finishes, your Lafayette quartz countertops can be delivered as sandblasted, honed, embossed, and more. If you have a particular style in mind, whether it be glossy granite or a textured slate, all can be replaced and replicated due to the versatility of quartz!
