Quartz

Quartz, also referred as engineered stone, is a man-made material made with quartz crystals, resin, and pigments. Quartz is a durable countertop that is less prone to staining and chipping. It is heat resistant, but it is never recommended to put hot items directly onto the material. Besides it being a low maintenance option, Quartz is also a favorite due to the various design options. You can find quartz polished, honed, or leathered (smooth & shiny vs textured). Also, you can have fun doing different edge profiles for an additional statement. Not only can Quartz be used as a countertop, but it can also be utilized as backsplash, sills, and shower curbs.