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Comparison granite and quartz countertops.
As with any material the visual differences between granite and quartz are a matter of taste.
Standard granite is often slightly less expensive than quartz while premium granite tends to be a bit more expensive.
Granite countertops are priced similarly to quartz counters.
Some people prefer the natural and unique look of granite countertops.
Quartz is also very heat and scratch resistant.
The resulting surface is non porous meaning it is more stain resistant than granite and requires less maintenance overall.
Sometimes quartz is more expensive due to the treatments it receives during manufacturing.
Most granite will be more expensive than quartz.
The quartz used in countertops and flooring is a man made combination of resins and crushed quartz.
Granite can be more expensive than quartz at times based on the availability of a color and pattern.
Granite countertop colors are typically grouped into 10 basic categories.
They usually cost about 50 to 100 per square foot including installation.