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When buying a new house, a wave of positive and joyful feelings wash over us. After all, a property is always an outstanding achievement. Many people have questions about which material to use in their countertops when choosing the kitchen. And often prioritize only beauty, excluding the importance of maintenance and cleaning. Today’s post compares quartz, granite and laminate so you can make a good choice in your home.
Granite
Pros:
Very durable
Naturally stain-resistant
Easy to care
Bacteria resistant
Heat resistant
Wide range of colours and unique patterns that occur organically
Cons:
May have naturally occurring design imperfections
Regular waterproofing will help keep it looking great.
It can be challenging to match shafts if you need more than one piece
Quartz
Pros:
Wide range of colours and unique patterns
Scratch-resistant surface, slightly more complex than granite
Easy to maintain
No waterproofing required
Bacteria resistant
Environmentally friendly
Uniform colour and appearance
Stain-resistant
Cons:
More suitable for indoor use
UV light can damage appearance and colour
Low heat resistance
Laminate
Pros:
Cheap
DIY compatible
Easy maintenance
Many design options
Cons:
Susceptible to burns and delamination
Short lifetime
Hard to repair
