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Quartz Countertops

Many homeowners consider quartz the ideal stone countertop material. With an attractive appearance similar to granite, quartz countertops are actually made from engineered stone. This manmade material is created from quartz-the hardest non-precious stone on Earth-and has superior performance qualities. Quartz is not vulnerable to etching and is extremely stain resistant; juice, coffee, wine, even food coloring and nail polish don't leave permanent stains on quartz counters! And, unlike granite, quartz countertops are naturally non-porous, meaning they never need to be sealed. Quartz is also scratch and heat resistant, although some manufacturers do recommend using hot pads and trivets to prevent thermal shock.

Ideal for all types of stone countertop applications, StoneOne recommends quartz for:

• Kitchen countertops
• Bathroom countertops and vanities
• Fireplace mantels
• Jacuzzi surrounds
• Bar-tops
• Custom tables and desks
• Shower surrounds

Quartz countertops are durable and long-lasting, with their extreme resistance to everyday wear ensuring they look great throughout their entire life span. If you're looking for a high-quality, low-maintenance stone countertop material, you won't find any better than quartz. StoneOne provides sales and installation on a huge selection of quartz counters to suit any room in your home or office. Originally offered only in polished finishes, today's high-tech quartz countertops are available in both polished and honed finishes.

StoneOne works with a number of different brands of quartz countertops, including:

• Caesarstone
• Cambria
• Silestone
• Technistone
• Zodiaq

We especially recommend Cambria because of its Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certification; this product has been tested for optimal environmental safety and qualifies for use in "green" LEED-certified projects. StoneOne is proud to be one of the few area countertop specialists offering the top-quality Cambria countertops.