When it comes to choosing countertops, many people choose quartz. In their YouTube video, “ Quartz Countertops– Everything You Need to Know,” Mark Tobin Kitchen Designs explains the appeal of this material. Mark also explains how to judge the quality of quartz countertops.
How Quartz Countertops Are Made
Quartz countertops are made from 94% quartz crystals. The quartz is blended with bonding materials, like resin. Quartz countertops are almost impenetrable. It also resists scratches and moisture. Quartz countertops are formed by a vibrocompression vacuum process. This process is patented by an Italian company called Breton Stone. Their process is considered the best way to prepare quartz countertops.
As long as quartz countertops are prepared by the Breton process, all brands are of the same quality. Different companies produce different colors and different patterns. Each brand promotes their countertops as the best but their quality is always the same.
More About Quartz Countertops
All stone for quartz countertops is recycled, so it’s environmentally friendly. Quartz is also hypoallergenic. To clean quartz countertops, use water and mild soap. It’s not usually possible to chip it.
Quartz countertops are an attractive and durable choice. Quartz is designed in several colors and patterns. If someone chooses countertops made by the Breton process, they can be assured of good quality material.
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