Countertops And Cabinets

An engineered quartz countertop is man made or engineered stone counter surfacing material that results from combining natural materials with binders and pigments.

Engineered quartz typically is composed of 93 percent quartz particles. This results in a engineered quartz countertop this is a dense, nonporous material that has the grainy look and colder feel of natural stone, but, that has a consistent color and the ability to be moulded into different shapes.

Engineered Quartz Countertops Pros

* A kaleidoscope of colors. Engineered quartz can be made in any color you choose.
* Color uniformity. The color of the countertop will be even through out.
* Since a engineered quartz countertop is man made it does not require sealing.
* It is harder and more durable than ‘natural’ stone.
* Ease of care. Engineered quartz does not scorch or scratch.
* A engineered quartz countertop is more flexible than granite, it will not crack as easily.

Engineered Quartz Countertops Cons

* The joints. Engineered quartz joints cannot be made invisible.
* You will find that engineered quartz countertops are an expensive countertop material option.