One of the main reasons why many homeowners prefer quartz counters is because of the multiple colour options this material has to offer. At Stonnik, we source for countertops from multiple vendors in order to guarantee our clients a larger selection of colours to choose from compared to many of our local competitors.

Quartz is a very resilient material. It’s difficult for a quartz countertop to get damaged after regular use. Unless the surface is exposed to significant abuse, it’s typically indestructible. Keep in mind that there are instructions on how to best take care of your countertop. Use the quartz countertops with the manufacturer’s specifications in mind and it will serve you for many years.

There are different steps involved in renovating or installing new countertops. First, you must figure out the type of countertop material you want installed. With many options to choose from, ensure you evaluate your needs and budget then choose the right fit. Secondly, you need to schedule your countertop for fabrication. After this, the installation can be done. The turnaround time will vary depending on your specific needs.

One important measure that you need to take once you have quartz countertops installed in your kitchen is to keep it away from extreme heat. Place a cutting board or hot pad on the surface before placing any hot kitchen tool on the quartz countertop. Unlike granite, quartz can be severely damaged by extreme heat. Additionally, granite countertops require sealing at least once every year. However, quartz doesn’t need any sealing. It’s a durable material that is unlikely to require any repairs in the future.

Quartz attains its stain-resistant properties during the fabrication process. It is made of 5% polymer that is mixed with natural stone. It’s because of this polymer that quartz is one of the most durable countertop materials used in the market today. Even though quartz is non-porous, be sure to avoid ring stains on the countertop. Ensure that spills are immediately wiped up to avoid saturating inside the material. You can use mild dish soap and water to clean the surface. Avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh cleaning agents that contain bleach.

If the quartz countertop is exposed to extreme heat or aggressive cutting/scraping, it may get damaged. When this happens, you can call a technician to perform repairs.

Sometimes the cabinets are unable to support the weight of stone countertops. That’s why we recommend having our technician visit your home in order to determine if your cabinets are strong enough.

Countertop installation should always be left to professionals. Our expert installers will handle the entire installation process from start to finish. We’ll make sure all the finishing touches are professionally done. Our team is trained in stone countertop installation so you can rest assured of a job well done the first time. We will look after the fine details of the installation and ensure the result is something you absolutely love. With stone countertops, backsplashes are usually optional which could help you minimize labour costs. You may go for painted drywall or tile as opposed to the traditional backsplash that's about 4" . Once the area is ready for installation, it’s recommended that you give the technicians enough room to get the work done with minimal interruption. This often means making sure everyone has left the room since safety is a top concern not just for the workers but for everyone around your home. Our technicians will come with the safety gear needed to perform the job.

This is certainly a possibility that you need to discuss with your custom home renovation expert. A seamless design will depend on the size of your kitchen or bathroom as well as the length of your lower cabinets. The quartz countertops come in slabs. However, you are unlikely to find slabs bigger than 125" length by 65" width. For larger kitchens with longer lower cabinets, the countertop will need to be seamed. For smaller counters, it’s easy to make the countertop seamless. If the cabinets have seams/joints, they can be designed in such a way that they go unnoticed. This is dependent on various factors such as the size of the slab, the layout, and material used for the countertop. In most cases, we’ll use epoxy to glue the joints together and make sure it’s the same colour as the countertop.

Quartz is a man-made stone surface. It’s usually sold under different brand names. That’s why quartz has consistency in patterns and colours that you wouldn’t find in natural stone. Granite and marble, on the other hand, are natural stones that have unique and varied random patterns. It’s not all cases where granite and marble are more expensive than quartz. You may find cheaper granite depending on the brand name you choose as well as the level of granite in it and the pattern.

Quartz countertops are stain-resistant, scratch and chip resistant, low cost, non-porous and maintenance-free. Furthermore, this is a countertop that will not require any sealing and can last for many years with virtually no maintenance.