Why Should You Choose Quartz Countertop

The countertop is one of the most important parts of the kitchen cabinet. A good countertop can make the cabinet durable and make cooking a pleasant thing. The quartz countertop has good thermal insulation performance, no formaldehyde release, and can be directly contacted with food.

Not only that, because of its high density, quartz countertop has a Mohs hardness of 6. When it is used in kitchen countertops, generally, knives won't damage the surface. It can be directly used as a workbench for food processing.

In terms of color, quartz countertop has also been imitating the texture and color of natural stone.

1. Good Wear Resistance

Quartz countertop is usually composed of more than 90% quartz sand and about 10% resin. Quartz sand provides hardness and resin acts as a bond and provides toughness.

Due to the high hardness and density of quartz countertop, its surface hardness can reach Mohs hardness level 6, which is close to the hardness of diamonds and much higher than kitchen knives. So even if the quartz countertop is scraped with a hard object, it is not easy to leave scratches.

2. Good Penetration Resistance

Usually, when we use condiments such as oil, salt and soy, it is easy to sprinkle it on the countertop. If the countertop has poor penetration resistance and is easy to bleed, the countertop may leave traces that are difficult to erase.

Quartz countertop has excellent penetration resistance, corrosion resistance, acid and alkali resistance, and are convenient for daily cleaning and maintenance.

3. Good Fire Resistance

An excellent kitchen countertop must have good fire resistance, which can isolate the cabinet and heat sources, which is also an important guarantee for the safety of the kitchen.

Quartz countertop not only have high hardness, but also have good fire resistance. The basic raw material of quartz countertop is mainly quartz sand particles. After adding a small amount of composite material, its surface still has a high resistance to burns. Not only can it be completely flame retardant, but also there will be no dents, scorch spots.

4. Good Decoration

Quartz countertop has many colors, beautiful appearance and good decorative properties. Quartz has strong anti-fading ability. Under strong sunlight, it is difficult to observe the change of color with the naked eye, and it can basically be regarded as a non-fading material. Coupled with its excellent penetration resistance, it is not prone to yellowing and discoloration.

A good quartz countertop often has a realistic pattern and its visual effect can be comparable to many expensive natural stone countertops. Its service life is also very long. Even if we use it for 5 or 10 years, its appearance is still as bright as a newly installed countertop. If it is used properly, it does not require too much special protection and maintenance.