Which Countertop is Right For You?
Granite Countertops
Pros:
- Adds value to your home
- Can last a lifetime if properly taken care of
- Heat resistant: you can set hot pots and pans directly on granite
Cons:
- Must be sealed
- Since granite is natural, we are limited to the patterns and colors that mother nature provides
Quartz Countertops
Pros:
- Since quartz is engineered by man, there is a wider variety to choose from than natural stones
- It looks very similar to granite
Cons:
- Not heat resistant: you cannot set hot pots and pans directly on countertop
- Cannot use as outdoor countertop
Quartzite Countertops
Pros:
- More resistant to scratches than quartz
- Appearance looks like marble but without the expensive price tag
Cons:
- Not heat resistant: you cannot set hot pots and pans directly on surface
- Can be damaged by sharp objects such as knives used directly on surface
