It seems impossible to think that some of the most basic building materials which have existed even before mankind could be improved upon. Granite, marble, and other stone materials have existed as long as the earth is old. So when a new man-made material like a quartz vanity top is introduced, it is tough to not be skeptical and ask what improvement could possibly be made. The reality is that quartz countertops have taken all of the positive aspects of traditional stone and actually improved upon them. Since a quartz vanity top is actually man-made, they can be produced in a wider choice of colors and variations than could ever be found in man-made stones. In fact, one of the down sides of granite and marble is that an entire slab removed from a quarry can vary significantly from one slab to the next. For example, white carrera marble can sometimes exhibit grey colored veining, pink colored veining, or no veining at all within the same slab. This can be upsetting to many homeowners that may insist upon perfect consistency of colors and patterns from one end of the kitchen or bathroom to the other. With a quartz vanity top, you can actually accomplish the exactness that you expect. Homeowners seeking to work within a design pattern or color motif can also find that quartz tops are available in shades previously unavailable. That means even extreme colors such as pistachio green, blood red, grape purple, and even bright yellows are available options.

An additional benefit of a quartz vanity top is that the material is anti-bacterial, fire-resistant, and stain-resistant. The material is not porous, but completely solid. As a result quartz can be used in areas where an anti-bacterial property is important including kitchens, bathrooms, commercials settings, and even hospitals and medical clinics. Having an extreme resistant to heat and fire makes the material even more appropriate for kitchens and bathrooms. If you put a hot pan on the surface, it won't cause a mark. A hot blow dryer or even a curling iron placed on the surface have insignificant consequences. Finally, since the material is stain resistant it makes cleaning a breeze. Simply put, the material will last longer than just about any natural stone since it is not prone to the same staining issues. Red wine, lemon juice, and even vegetable oil or olive oil are capable of ruining natural stones which are porous. These items are incapable of causing any problems with a quartz vanity top.

A final consideration when purchasing quartz counter tops is price. You will pay slightly ten to twenty percent more for a quartz countertop versus traditional granite counter tops. However, when you consider the color options, size options, the durability of the product, and the materials characteristics, it is an easy premium to justify. Simply replacing existing bathroom vanity tops with a quartz top can add significant value to a home with minimal effort and budget. It is an investment worth making in any home.

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