Top 5 Reasons to Choose Quartzite Over Granite
When you love natural stone but want something a little extra
Granite has been the king of natural stone countertops for decades, and honestly, it's earned that crown. But quartzite has entered the chat and it is not here to play. If you're already leaning toward natural stone, here's why quartzite might be the upgrade you didn't know you needed.
1. The Aesthetic Is Simply Stunning
Granite is beautiful in an earthy, classic way. Quartzite is beautiful in a jaw-dropping, stop-in-your-tracks way. Many quartzite slabs have dramatic veining that rivals the most luxurious marbles in the world. If you want your kitchen to be a conversation piece, quartzite turns up the volume.
2. It Can Mimic Marble Without the Drama
Love the look of marble but terrified of etching and staining? Quartzite is your answer. Many varieties have that soft, elegant, veined marble appearance — but quartzite is dramatically harder and more durable. You get the beauty without the high-maintenance relationship. It's marble's more put-together sibling.
3. Extremely Hard Surface
Quartzite often rates higher than granite on the Mohs hardness scale, making it exceptionally resistant to scratches. For busy kitchens where the countertop takes a beating from daily cooking, meal prep, and whatever else life throws at it, that extra hardness is a genuine advantage.
4. Unique and Dramatic Color Ranges
Granite comes in beautiful colors, but the range of quartzite is something special — luminous whites, soft blues, warm golds, deep greens. If you're looking for something that feels truly custom and distinctive, quartzite's color variety gives you options that granite simply can't match.
5. It's Having a Major Moment
Design trends matter when it comes to resale value and home appeal. Right now, quartzite is extremely sought after in high-end kitchen remodels. Choosing quartzite positions your kitchen at the forefront of current design trends while still being a timeless natural material. Win-win.
Ready to see quartzite in person? Visit Cabinet Supply Plus in Buffalo and let us show you what the buzz is all about. Fair warning — you might not be able to leave without one.
