Caesarstone Quartz Countertops Pros & Cons
October 10, 2020
Lara Stone – Vancouver Granite Marble Quartz Supplier
Granite & Quartz Countertops in Vancouver
Should You Choose Granite, Quartz, or Marble for Your Countertops??
When it comes to choosing the perfect material for your countertops, granite, quartz, and marble are three popular options that often spark a lively debate among homeowners. Each material brings its own set of advantages and potential drawbacks, making the decision a matter of personal preference and specific needs. Our design team is here to help you weigh the pros and cons of each so you can make an informed choice and tackle your next home improvement project with confidence.
Granite is a natural stone known for its unique, one-of-a-kind patterns and exceptional durability. It is highly resistant to heat, making it an excellent choice for kitchen countertops where hot pots and pans are often placed. However, granite does require periodic sealing to maintain its resistance to stains and moisture. Its natural beauty and the ability to find a slab that perfectly complements your kitchen’s aesthetic are significant selling points for many homeowners.
Quartz, on the other hand, is an engineered stone made from crushed quartz mixed with resin. This process creates a highly durable and non-porous surface that is resistant to stains and scratches without the need for sealing. Quartz countertops come in a wide variety of colors and patterns, including some that mimic the look of natural stone. While quartz can be more consistent in pattern compared to granite, it may not have the same level of natural variation that some homeowners desire. Additionally, quartz is not as heat-resistant as granite, so it’s important to use trivets or hot pads to protect the surface.
Marble, a timeless and elegant natural stone, is another popular option for countertops. It is renowned for its luxurious appearance and distinctive veining. Marble is slightly softer and more porous than granite, making it more susceptible to scratches and stains. However, with proper care and maintenance, including regular sealing, marble countertops can remain beautiful and functional for years. Marble’s cool surface is ideal for baking and pastry making, which is a bonus for avid home cooks.
Ultimately, the choice between granite, quartz, and marble comes down to personal preference and the specific needs of your household. Our design team is ready to guide you through the selection process, helping you find the countertop that not only meets your functional requirements but also enhances the beauty and value of your home. Whether you lean towards the natural elegance of granite, the low-maintenance appeal of quartz, or the timeless luxury of marble, we’re here to ensure you make a choice you’ll be happy with for years to come.
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Granite Countertops in Vancouver
Granite holds its own as a reputable building material for both interior and exterior design projects, so there is little mystery why granite installations in home design projects continues to grow year after year.
From building stones to create a rustic, yet fortified exterior finish to paving stones and curbs, granite’s resilience has been enjoyed by the construction industry to create an impression that will last a lifetime. Granite has even been used as the primary material for such international monuments as Mount Rushmore.
Inside the home, if you’re considering granite to increase your home’s value, granite countertops is a great place to start, but you shouldn’t limit your options to just those surfaces. In fact, almost every room in the house can benefit from a granite accent. While most commonly installed in kitchens and bathrooms for counters and backsplashes, granite offers the versatility for other fixtures as well.
In bathrooms, granite is often used for sinks and basins to provide a unique and polished finish which is a departure from standard porcelain fare. However, granite is a material that also features well as a topper for bathroom vanities, for fireplace mantles, as well as for table and desk top use. You’re limited only by your imagination as you consider the possibilities that granite may create to invigorate your home’s look and feel.
With a wide variety of granite produced from all parts of the globe, this material offers a diverse slate of colors and hues that can help you to create a setting that is authentic to a geographic region or culture. Granite also offers the versatility to mix and match different elements to create a result that is uniquely you.
But why are people choosing granite in Vancouver? How has this become such a popular choice in residential design projects? Many will point to granite’s durability and toughness. Being heat and scratch resistant allows it to stand up to the challenges that it will face in some of the most active locations in the home. Customers also like the fact that while porous and requiring sealing on a semi regular basis, granite countertops are easy to maintain. Perhaps most importantly, though, they create a “wow” factor for your visitors which you can feel good about now, and the increase to your property value is something you can appreciate down the road should you ever put your home on the market.
At Lara Stones By KJ Granite, we have helped homeowners to bring together the elements that complete their home. Whether through granite countertops or other stone fixtures and accents that bring a new level of elegance to their living space, our customers have come to rely on us for our expertise, our service, and our commitment to what we do. If you are exploring the options for granite in your next home design project, drop in to visit us at the showroom or give us a call and let’s start to bring your dream home to life.
Quartz Countertops in Vancouver
Quartz is a popular material for countertops and tabletops, but what sets it apart from other finishes that are available to you as you build your dream home or renovate your existing space? Let’s step away from your blue print for a moment and explore the case for quartz countertops in your home.
Quartz is becoming a popular option for homeowners looking for a trendy, high-end natural looking countertop surface that is equally beautiful and (able to last through tough conditions). It is manufactured by combining up to 93% natural stone with polymers. It is an incredibly hard surface, that needs very little maintenance. It has the look and feel of other natural stone countertop options and lasts for years to come.
One of the most plentiful minerals in the world, quartz has been found to absorb and transform energy so efficiently that it has become very popular for use in technology. Everything from wrist watches to high tech ultrasound machines operate using this semi-precious mineral. This is important to consider as part of your design project because your countertops are important features to absorb and transform the energy of your living space. As the focal point of a room, or just as the accent that pulls all of the elements together, you may be looking for the right ingredient to create an energetic atmosphere in your home.
Quartz has also been frequently used as a holistic remedy for healing and meditation. Believed to amplify personal energy, different varieties of quartz are touted for their healing properties. This may be something to consider as you look to create a calming, serene environment in your home to help you escape the stresses of your day.
When you add these features of quartz to what we already know about the mineral as a building material, you get a combination that is hard to beat. Because quartz is non-porous, it is resistant to stains sinking below the surface of the countertop. Given that quartz is among one of the hardest materials on earth it is also one of the most scratch resistant materials on the market which may be especially important in the kitchen.
At Lara Stones By KJ Granite, we have worked with many homeowners in Vancouver for a quartz finish that both compliments the room as well as best suits the homeowner’s personal tastes. Our team can help you design and choose the right colors that best compliments your existing cabinets and wall décor, or in the case of a full reno, suggest color combinations from scratch that will completely renew the look and feel of your home.
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Marble Countertops in Vancouver
Few building materials can boast the legacy of marble for its use in some of the world’s most identified and iconic architecture. Lasting images of the Taj Mahal or the Washington Monument readily spring to mind as two of the most famous and distinct projects to incorporate this durable stone as an integral portion of their composition.
Considered to lend prestige to interior design, marble has been used in many settings, both in homes and commercial environments. Marble signifies timelessness and success as it goes far beyond just function to make a bold statement to all who visit.
In Vancouver, marble is popular in home décor for its versatility beyond just countertops and table surfaces. It has been successfully installed for stairways – both the treads and the risers, for floors, for wall accents, as well as variety of uses in the kitchen.
Marble countertops create a great addition to any kitchen. Generally, a generous slab is considered to create the best impact for this purpose. But one isn’t limited to simply their working surfaces for marble in what may be the busiest room in the house. Adding a marble backsplash, or incorporating a marble cutting board as part of your space can create a great accent.
One of the strongest accolades afforded to marble in home design is that it is considered to be highly compatible with most every other home finish. Set against a contrast of stained wood, marble provides a natural complement which also carries over to other textiles such as carpet, leather or linens. As such marble also makes a great accent in living room spaces for fire places, coffee tables, headboards or even to dress up wall décor in bathrooms or other living spaces.
At Lara Stones By KJ Granite, we look forward to hearing about the vision that you have for the incorporation of marble into your home and to share our experience to help you identify the best finishes and contrasts to create the setting that you want for your home. From marble countertops to the wide range of installations for marble, we can work with you to bring the prestige to your next home design project.
Marble is most closely compared to granite by homebuyers. Commonly, because both materials are approximately the same price and are porous, they are subject to some of the same benefits and limitations. Marble holds a slight advantage over granite as it requires less maintenance to retain its seal. While heat resistant and suitable for outdoor installations, it should be noted that marble is known to be somewhat more susceptible to scratching and has a lower resistance to acidic foods than granite.
The best way to determine the material that will best suit your next project is to visit out showroom and let us show you the designs, colors and attributes of all available countertop options that are available to you. Just one visit may confirm for you whether marble is the right choice for you. Come in or call us today.
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At Lara Stone By KJGranite, we have helped homeowners bring together the elements that complete their home. Whether through granite countertops or other stone fixtures and accents that bring a new level of elegance to their living space, our customers have come to rely on us for our expertise, our service, and our commitment to what we do.
To find the perfect material for your upcoming project, we invite you to schedule a consultation by either completing the form or giving us a call right now. During this consultation, we will present you with a wide selection of full-size slabs, showcasing the various colors and attributes of all the countertop options at your disposal.