How Much Does the Average Quartz Countertop Cost?

You will likely pay about the around the same amount for Quartz as you do for natural stone. Pricing sits anywhere from $60-$90 per square foot, including the installation.

How are Quartz Countertops Made?

Quartz are not like Marble. While Marble is simply mined and cut into slabs/shapes, natural quartz crystals are mined and ground into dust/aggregate that is then fused with resin binders. Using magnified pressure and heat to form a solid slab of Quartz, the pigments used in this process will create the colors that appear in the final product. So you can choose what colors will appear in the Quartz for your project, or you can order exactly what colors you need for your Quartz pieces.

How long does Quartz last?

Quartz can last for as long as your kitchen does, assuming you maintain it accordingly, avoiding unnecessary impacts by large, hard objects and avoiding the wrong cleaning products.

Pros

Quartz is very low-maintenance and easy to take care of! As opposed to wood or natural stone, Quartz never needs to be sealed. To maintain the quality of the stone, simply wipe the Quartz with soapy water for daily care, avoiding use of scouring pads and harsh chemicals.

Another incredible hallmarks of Quartz are its antimicrobial quality. Due to the process of the way Quartz is created, it is nonporous, making it resistant to stains, odors, mold, mildew, and bacteria.

Cons

Quartz does not have the ability to withstand high heat for extended periods of time. Yes, Quartz counters are resistant to scorching and heat, but only to a certain point. This means that rapid changes in temperature or long periods of enduring intense heat may allow cracks to begin and compromise the state of the stone. Basically, this means that as long as you use hot pads or trivets, there should be no issue. Don’t go slamming hot pots and pans onto your beautiful Quartz!

Quartz stone does not have the ability to weather the outdoors. Keep it indoors. If you install Quartz outdoors in an uncovered area, you will effectively void the warranty. Direct sunlight will fade the coloring and warp the stone over time.