Things you didn't know about quartz countertops

Quartz is one of the most sustainable and durable materials out there when it comes to kitchen or bathroom countertops. Although quartz countertops didn’t always have the popularity it possess today, more and more people have been discovering the multiple benefits of quartz giving it more chance to prove its usefulness. If you are thinking about remodeling the kitchen or bathroom in your home and have considered installing quartz countertops, here are some little know facts about the material that the Phoenix Quartz experts found to be fun and useful to know:

1-     Almost every single quartz countertop there is came from the same place

In 1963an Italian company located nearby Castello di Godego town invented a technology called Bretonstone. This technology was used in manufacturing quartz countertops. To this day, every manufacturer of quartz countertops is still using the Bretonstone technology and system in the manufacturing process.

2-     Go quartz, go green

Countertops that are made from engineered stones, especially quartz, are environment friendly as they use most of the waste that comes out from other manufacturing processes in the production process of quartz. This makes the manufacturing of quartz a kind of recycling procedure.

3-     You might be walking on quartz at this very moment

The majority of people think “countertops” when they hear the word “quartz”. However, it is less known that enormous slabs of quartz are used in the floors of airports, shopping malls, and even Prada stores. If you have ever been to one of those places, you definitely have walked on the same material that quartz countertops are made of without even knowing it.

4-     Endless variety of colors and designs

No matter what a home design might require for a countertop, a customer will be able to find a quartz countertop that goes with it. Phoenix Quartz specifically offers an extensive range of every color, design, and shape any home could possibly need.

5-     Quartz countertops are customizable

It is extremely difficult to have to parts of a granite countertop joined at a corner, unlike a quartz countertop which is very easy to customize. Even during the engineering process of the quartz countertop itself, the product can be customized to fit in any space no matter how narrow or small it may be. This is why quartz countertops are recommended for smaller spaced kitchens and bathrooms. 

6-     Granite who?!

For so many years quartz manufacturers and providers have tried to compete with natural stones like granite with the famously known advantages of quartz such as its durability, sustainability, and having no pores, in addition to the fact that many quartz countertops have this “natural look” that makes granite countertops more desirable.

In today’s market quartz countertops are so popular that more and more modern looking slabs that look nothing like a natural stone are being sold and used in more homes. In fact, the quartz sales are taking an increasing segment of the market share of granite that it may be actually causing a lowering in the prices of the natural, once preferred for countertops, stone.

No matter what your needs are for the quartz countertop you want in your kitchen, be sure that Phoenix Quartz will have it ready for you in the best quality and wide color selection that is guaranteed to include your color of choice.

We’ll be glad to show you around our warehouse, so you can see the variety and feel the quartz material up close. Whether you visit our store at Tampa or Largo our knowledgeable staff will help you decide which countertop is right for you. Give us a call at 8882991180  Schedule a Consultation  our team of experienced stone and surfacing professionals here at kbFactoryoutlet is here to help you with every step of the way!

Maintaining quartz countertops

As many people might already now, quartz is not a natural stone; a quartz countertop is an entirely manufactured product from sandstone that is rich with quartz. During the manufacturing process, an extremely hard resin is used on the surface of the quartz countertop to completely fill in any pores; this is why quartz does not require any sealing to resist stains or bacteria. Incorporating resin into the manufacturing process gives quartz as a countertop a huge advantage as opposed to another option like granite which is porous and this makes it more prone have to stains and bacteria even though it has its own advantages as a natural stone.

However, a quartz countertop still needs to be taken care of properly in order for it to maintain its condition at its best. There are very few, but necessary, things that you need to do to have your quartz countertop looking as good as new no matter how many years have passed since it was first installed. According to our quartz countertops experts at Phoenix Quartz, this is what you need to do (and what you shouldn’t do):

Do a routine cleaning of for reoccurring stains:

Some people will still find it a little difficult to keep their quartz countertop 100% clean as they find that wiping the surface down with a wet cloth does not do the trick for them because this way of cleaning a countertop made of quartz can leave greasy spots and lines along the way as you wipe.  These are some on-point tips as to what to do with different kinds of stains on a quartz countertop.

-        Although quartz countertops as naturally stain resistant and are not seriously affected by accidents such as spilling liquids that would stain other surfaces like wine, tea, or vinegar, it is important to take care of those spills immediately with a piece of cloth and some detergent before they have the chance to dry and require a little more work to clean off.

-        In case you didn’t have the chance to clean a spill as soon as it happened for some reason, it wouldn’t be as simple as wiping to get it off, but it will still be easier than other countertops. All you need is the sponge that is used to clean nonstick pans and a glass cleaner.

-        For harder stains like paint or nail polish, use a putty knife to scrape them off with it.

-        Use a kitchen degreaser for stains caused by cooking and food grease, it is 100% safe to use on a quartz countertop and will do the trick for you. All you have to do is carefully read the instructions on the degreaser container and follow them, and that’s it.

As for the occasional cleaning, it has to be a little bit deeper. So, you will need a large amount of any cleaner used for smooth surfaces, spray it generously on your quartz countertop and let it sit for good 10 minutes, then wipe it off with a smooth sponge. Be careful not to use products that would scratch the surface of your countertop.

Watch out for:

-        Using any products containing acid or sponges that can scratch the countertop.

-        Any sudden change of the temperature on the surface of your quartz countertop, or leaving extremely hot things like pots for too long can cause the resin on the surface of the countertop to melt.

-        Cutting directly on the quartz countertop will scratch it. Always use a cutting board.

-        Installing a quartz countertop outdoors is risky and completely advised against by Phoenix Quartz.  

No matter what your needs are for the quartz countertop you want in your kitchen, be sure that Phoenix Quartz will have it ready for you in the best quality and wide color selection that is guaranteed to include your color of choice.

We’ll be glad to show you around our warehouse, so you can see the variety and feel the quartz material up close. Whether you visit our store at Tampa or Largo our knowledgeable staff will help you decide which countertop is right for you. Give us a call at 8882991180  Schedule a Consultation  our team of experienced stone and surfacing professionals here at kbFactoryoutlet is here to help you with every step of the way!