Countertop material
Quartzite Countertops in Michigan
Quartzite is one of the most confused materials in the countertop world, despite the similar name, it has almost nothing in common with engineered quartz. Quartzite is 100% natural stone, quarried and cut just like granite or marble, and it’s one of the hardest, most heat resistant materials available for a countertop.
Quartz vs.
Quartzite vs.
Marble
Quartzite is one of the most confused materials in the countertop world, despite the similar name, it has almost nothing in common with engineered quartz. Quartzite is 100% natural stone, quarried and cut just like granite or marble, and it's one of the hardest, most heat resistant materials available for a countertop.
One hundred percent
natural stone
Seal once or twice
yearly
Excellent resistance
Natural veining and
premium kitchens
Authentic natural
stone
Every slab carries its own veining, movement, and color variation.
Strong heat resistance
A practical premium surface for homeowners who cook frequently.
Marble like character
The visual depth of natural stone with greater durability than marble.
Quartz vs.
Quartzite vs.
Marble
Why Homeowners
Choose Quartzite
- Excellent heat resistance, safe for pots straight off the stove
- Genuine natural stone, with unique veining no two slabs share
- More durable and stain resistant than marble, with a similar premium look
- A strong choice for homeowners who want the authenticity of natural stone without marble's fragility
Maintenance
Quartzite needs to be sealed once or twice a year to maintain its stain resistance, a modest tradeoff for homeowners who want authentic natural stone. We’ll walk you through the process, or handle resealing for you as a standalone service.
How to tell quartzite from quartz at the slab yard: if a slab looks like it has genuine, irregular natural veining and slight color variation across its surface, it’s likely quartzite or another natural stone. Quartz’s pattern is manufactured and tends to repeat more predictably. We’ll confirm the material with you before you order either way.
Who It's Best For
Homeowners with a larger budget who want genuine natural stone with better heat resistance than granite or marble.
Choose by the way you
live, not only by the
sample.
Maintenance, heat resistance, and natural variation matter just as much as color.