Q. Is quartz better than granite?

Answer

Quartz is in fact tougher than granite and as a result it is more long-lasting. In point of fact quartz is quite resistant to damage and unlike granite it does not have pores making it simple to maintain a somewhat sterile environment on the counters. Quartz may be destroyed by exposure to temperatures that are too high; thus always use heating pads while working with quartz cookware. Quartz on the other hand is often less costly than granite with prices ranging from $70 to $100 per square foot installed in comparison to granite's price range of $60 to $270 per square foot installed. However the least priced granite is an exception to this rule.