Granite is an all-natural solid stone, while quartz is an engineered stone that is made up of crushed quartz and other stone by products.

Quartz and granite are both easy to maintain by cleaning with mild dish soap and water. Granite is porous and requires a sealant upon installation to protect it against stains. This sealant should be repeated every one to three years. Quartz does not require a sealant.

Quartz countertops are an engineered stone material and offered under various “brands.” Quartz products are made of 93 percent natural quartz mixed with pigments and acrylic resin. Quartz designs are available in over a hundred prismatic colors & patterns. Quartz is non-porous, never requiring sealants or polishing to retain its luster. Although these surfaces are mostly resistant to scratches, chips, stains and bacteria, there have been occurrences where these have happened.

Granite typically refers to 100% natural high-grade stone that is quarried from different sites around the world. To date, granite is still the most popular countertop material. Granite forms naturally in an array of colors and unique patterns. It’s resistant to heat and scratching, and is also stain-resistant if sealed.