Granite Vs Quartz Countertop: All You Need to Know
In India, everybody wants a kitchen countertop that can cope with the arduous Indian cooking. When choosing the right countertop for the kitchen, choices come down to granite and quartz. The first one is granite, a natural stone, and the other one is quartz, a man-made or engineered stone, but which one is better for Indian kitchens? Ivabu Modular Solution offers various kitchen renovation ideas and it will guide you to make the right choice when choosing the ideal countertop.
Understanding Granite And Quartz Countertops
Before delving more into the pros and cons of these two types of countertops available in the market we should first understand the basic features of granite and quartz.
Granite: Granite is a natural stone quarried directly from the earth. It is later cut into slabs, polished, and fabricated to fit into your kitchen. Granite can be found in various colours to match your kitchen colour schemes.
Quartz: Quartz on the other hand is a synthetic or engineered stone made with a mixture of quartz crystals, resins, and colour additives. Quartz can’t resist excess heat, discolouration and cracking can occur due to exposure to excess heat.
Granite Vs Quartz Countertops: Key Differences
Appearance
Each slab of granite countertops is unique in pattern and colour because they are made with natural granite. Since granite is a natural stone, it offers the countertops a unique, natural look. It perfectly blends with wooden cabinets, providing a traditional and natural look to the Indian kitchen. Some Indian kitchen also have backsplashes of granite paired with countertops that prevent kitchen walls from staining or tarnishing from splashes, providing them a clean and stylish look.
Quartz countertops, in appearance, are much more vibrant as they offer multiple options of colours and patterns and these are manufactured with many colour additives. With multiple colour and design options one can extend their quartz countertops to backsplashes to make their kitchen look more lavish and premium. The appearance of quartz countertops makes them more favourable for modern and contemporary Indian kitchens.
Price
The cost of granite and quartz countertops depends on various factors such as manufacturing costs in the case of quartz countertops. At the same time, shipping and quarrying difficulties can affect granite countertops prices. Granite countertops are generally a cost-effective and affordable option, while quartz countertops are expensive because of their premium designs. Extending countertops to backsplashes can also affect the cost of transforming your kitchen into a premium space.
Maintenance
Granite countertops need frequent sealing to prevent them from staining and cracking caused by arduous Indian cooking styles. On the other hand, the composition of resin in quartz countertops makes them low-maintenance and doesn’t need regular sealing. Quartz countertops are also non-porous, which means that they don’t have pores, which don’t allow any liquid to penetrate through their surface, while granite is porous. Having a quartz or granite backsplash also prevent your kitchen walls from damaging by water or other liquid and they are easy to clean which helps in keeping the kitchen aesthetic intact.
Pairing Countertop and Backsplash
Pairing countertops and backsplashes can elevate the design of your kitchen, creating an aesthetically pleasing and stylish look. Use the same material for both, such as granite or quartz countertops that extend upward to form backsplash. This create a seamless and luxurious look.
Conclusion
In the end, both granite and quartz countertops have their pros and cons, and choosing between them depends totally on individual choice. Quartz countertops are enjoying more popularity due to their premium look and low-maintenance quality over granite, while granite countertops are also preferable for many people, who are looking for a one-of-a-kind design of countertops for their kitchens. Ivabu Modular Solution offers the best modular kitchen designs to customers, who are looking for premium designs to transform their kitchens into premium space.
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