Like a rock: quartz surfaces are growing in popularity, and it's not just because of their good looks. (Trends).

Remodeling | February 1, 2003 | Copyright

Engineered stone is generally less expensive and easier to work with than natural stone, and it's available in a wide array of colors, patterns, and finishes. That makes it an attractive material for designers, contractors, and home buyers. But a relatively new addition to this category offers even more features and benefits: quartz surfacing.

Whereas many other engineered stones are made with a high proportion of fillers and binders, lending them a plastic-like look and feel, quartz surfacing is made of 93% natural quartz, one of the hardest minerals on the planet. ...

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