There is nothing that looks better than Marble, Travertine, Limestone, Onyx and Granite countertops that are installed in a home or business. Marble, Travertine, Limestone, Onyx and Granite countertops have eye-catching colors that provide homes or businesses with that special look of distinction.
Did you know that Granite is the undisputed king of countertops? Granite is the selection of choice due to its unique design possibilities. However, countertops are not limited to Granite only. There are other options that designers and homeowners select to use for their countertops. Some examples of countertop offerings are not limited to Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Limestone, Sandstone, Slate, Quartzite and Soapstone.
All Marble, Travertine, Limestone, Onyx and Granite countertops are mined and manufactured from slabs. Here is link on how Granite is harvested: Granite is harvested. Due to the porous nature of Marble, Travertine, Limestone, Onyx and Granite countertops, the slabs have a protective coating applied to protect them from staining while in route from their respective country of origin.
Quartz countertops are gaining popularity in the Arizona. Quartz Countertops
made of natural chips held together and baked in an resinous material. Due to their artificial beginning, they are often referred to as a hybrid stone. Quartz countertops are very dense and have non-porous and porous resin sectors. During manufacturing, pigments are added to give the hybrid slab color and recycled glass and/ or metallic flecks are added to transform the appearance to look like granite.
Since Quartz countertops are held together with a softer resinous material, you will need to apply a seal that is formulated for Quartz and Engineered stone surfaces. Quartz or Engineered stone countertops must be cleaned and disinfected regularly to prevent the proliferation of virus colonies. The market forces change often with new players introducing new lines of Engineered stone emerging into the marketplace. The names of Quartz is not limited to Caesar Stone, Silestone, Zodiaq, Radianz and Vitrazzo.
Stone Care of Arizona, the Arizona stone care expert pinned an informative article regarding the common misconceptions:
No matter, what type of Quartz or Engineered stone you have, it will need to be cleaned and professionally sealed. Contrary to what is advertised about Quartz or Engineered stone will indeed stain and become damaged due to surface abrasion.To be sure, we have first hand knowledge and a plethora of images of oil stains, dye stains and images of damage caused by chemical burns and scratches.
Quartz or Engineered stone share similar issues as their counterpart. They can become muted with soil from oils and water based substances that mute its appearance. Quartz or Engineered stone will become a breeding ground for germs. It is important that you have them professionally clean on a regular basis.
- Stone Care of Arizona, the Arizona stone can expert
can professionally clean your Quartz or Engineered stone.
- Stone Care of Arizona,
the Arizona stone care expert can professionally seal your Quartz or Engineered stone.
- Stone Care of Arizona,
the Arizona stone care expert can polish your Quartz or Engineered stone.
- Stone Care of Arizona,
the Arizona stone care expert can fix minor chips that happen on the profile of you Quartz or Engineered stone.
If you need help with your Quartz or Engineered stone, please give us call at 480-625-0557. We look forward to speaking with you.
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