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Learn about the different types of quartzite for countertops and how they compare to each other and other natural stones like marble and granite.

While our showroom at The Granite Place has many beautiful slabs of granite and other natural stones, be aware of safety precautions.

The pros and cons of using quartz and granite for natural stone kitchen countertops and other applications throughout the home.

Marble is a timeless, elegant choice for countertops in the kitchen or bathroom, but can be more susceptible to stains and scratches.

Kitchen countertops come in a variety of choices, including natural stone, like marble, granite, soapstone, and quartzite, and manufactured materials like quartz and porcelain.

Whether you’re using granite, marble, or another natural stone, there are other unique applications for natural stone beyond kitchen and bathroom countertops.

We’ve all seen those fabulously redesigned kitchens on various home renovation shows or on a favorite reality tv.

Now one of the most popular materials for countertops, granite is the most common igneous rock found on.

Known largely for rich veins of color and often translucent appearance, quartzite is also growing in popularity as.