Perhaps you’ve just moved into a new home and would like to add your own personal touch or perhaps you own an existing home and it needs some remodeling. Whatever the case may be, it may be time to look at those old kitchen countertops and give them a fresh new look. There are several options you can consider when trying to decide which countertop is best for you. Quartzite is a very popular choice for kitchen countertops because it has the look of marble but is more durable and also has a high resistance to heat. It is also highly UV resistant, so there will never be a worry of fading or sun damage.

What is Quartzite?

Quartzite started it’s life as sandstone and forms when it’s joined with quartz under tremendous amounts of heat and pressure.  This process makes the quartzite harder than quartz. Some Quartzites have a more durable surface than granite, yet some quartzites have a softer surface than granite.  The surface durability varies from slab to slab.

There are many quartzite colors to suit your taste. A top seller, Fantasy Brown, is a beach toned quartzite. Another favorite Mother of Pearl has a look that’s similar to marble with veins of green, gold, and gray, and Taj Mahal has a translucent quality to it.

Benefits of Quartzite

Cost

There is a vast range in price when it comes to quartzite, depending on how exotic it is.  The thicker the slab or the more it resembles marble, the higher the price may be. Fortunately, the more common quartzite becomes, the more the price goes down.

Low Maintenance

There is not much fuss when it comes to cleaning quartzite countertops. Just soap and water will suffice as long as any spill is cleaned up immediately. There is no need for any special cleaning products.

Granite has been in existence for thousands of years, but it’s only been a few decades since homeowners started using it as a decorative stone. It’s beauty and properties have revolutionized kitchens everywhere . We are going to highlight a few benefits of granite and why it has gradually become the  popular choice for home renovations.

Digital Fabrication

Our shop is fully digitized.  The templators use laser technology,  our machinists program the C&C saws and routers to cut out the specific tops, sink cut outs, and custom edges.  

15 YEAR SEALER

Granite countertops come with a standard sealer, but we also offer a 15 year sealer that gets applied once after it has been installed and for the next 15 years you will not have to worry about sealing it.  And the best part is, that it comes with a warranty against staining!

Environmentally Friendly

Here at Progressive Dimensions, we recycle our water from cutting and polishing the countertops.  

Durability and Heat Resistance

Granite can withstand years of wear and tear and will last a lifetime.  Natural stone is formed by lava and is naturally resistant to extreme temperatures. You can comfortably place a hot pan on the kitchen counter without causing any damages.

Another good thing about granite is that it’s tough enough to resist scratching. Even if you don’t use a cutting board, you will actually dull your knife and not damage the surface.

Unique Options

If you are searching for something exotic with a unique touch of style for your kitchen, granite should be your number one option.  Progressive Dimensions has hundreds of slabs, with a wide selection of colors and patterns to choose from.