Natural Stone Countertop Care
How to Care for your Natural Stone & Granite Countertops Granite is easy to maintain. Although it is porous, natural stone can be sealed to make it antibacterial and stain resistant. Granite is highly durable, however, it is not stain, scratch, or heat proof. Following the proper care and maintenance recommended by your dealer/fabricator will […]
Quartz vs. Granite
What is the difference between quartz & granite? Material Quartz Quartz is an engineered stone made of approx. 93% natural quartz and 7% resin. Granite Granite is a natural stone mined in quarries and comprised of a variety of minerals. Heat Quartz Quartz can only take short periods of exposure to heat. We recommend protecting […]
Quartz Countertop Care
How to Care for your Quartz Countertops Quartz is easy to maintain. It is a non-porous material that is highly resistant to stain, scratches, and heat. However, it is not stain, scratch, or heat proof. Following the proper care and maintenance recommended by your professional quartz distributor or fabricator will keep your quartz surface beautiful […]
Porcelain Countertop Care
How to Care for your Porcelain Countertops Porcelain is made from a variety of clays and other natural materials that undergoes a firing process at upwards of 2100 degrees Fahrenheit. It is non-porous, antimicrobial/antibacterial/hygienic and food-safe, waterproof, highly scratch and wear resistant, heat, UV ray, and freeze thaw resistant, and stain resistant. It also is […]
Alternate Finish Care
How to Care for Alternative Finishes Honed, Brushed, Leathered or Concrete Finishes Stone with alternate finishes require more daily maintenance than polished finishes. Utilize similar products and practices appropriate to your type of stone, but with more frequency and gentleness. Following the proper care and maintenance recommended by your dealer/fabricator and manufacturer will keep your […]