- 1 – Heat can damage. It's best not to expose your quartz countertops to direct heat. ...
- 2 – Sun can also damage. ...
- 3 – Seams might surprise. ...
- 4 – Visible caulk. ...
- 5 – Miter that doesn't fit perfectly.
Are quartz countertops more expensive than granite?
Quartz and granite countertops are priced similarly per square foot, with granite counters having the wider variation in price. Granite can be more expensive than quartz at times, based on the availability of a color and pattern. Sometimes quartz is more expensive due to the treatments it receives during manufacturing.
What should you avoid in quartz countertops?
- Cutting. Quartz countertops are resistant to scratches, but they aren't scratch-proof. ...
- Chipping. Although Quartz surfaces are chip-resistant, they aren't chip-proof. ...
- Wax & Polish. ...
- Bleach. ...
- High pH Cleaners. ...
- Cooking Grease. ...
- Permanent Markers. ...
- Solvents & Chemicals.