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Over the past few decades, countertops and wall claddings were predominantly natural stone, laminates, solid surface and ceramic tiles. Currently, the use of quartz stone is becoming more popular and is rapidly replacing natural stone, laminates, solid surfacing and ceramic tiles in homes, commercials and hotels as more and more architects, interior designers and B2B clients choosing quartz for its balanced aesthetic and superior durability as well as easy maintenance.
Superior Durability Compared to Natural Stone
Though natural stone has been highly admired for thousands of years. Marble and Granite, they are difficult to overcome some limitations. Marble is soft and porous; acid substances like wine, or lemon can etch them. Granite is more durable than Marble; however, it has to be sealed annually to stop the stains and can absorb oil gradually. Besides the weakness of etching and absorbing oil, Marble and Granite are prone to chipping and cracking by impact. In most cases, the repair is costly and complicated. Quartz stone is engineered stone. It is made up of around 90-93% crushed natural quartz, binder polymer and pigments. Quartz stone is non-porous; there will be no etching and stain on its surface. No seal is required. It is able to withstand daily cooking, spilled coffee and red wine on it without leaving a trace of a stain. Quartz countertops and surfaces offer durability against chipping and cracking. This quality is especially needed for hotels bathrooms, restaurant kitchens and commercial countertops.
Lower Maintenance Than Laminate and Solid Surfacing
Laminate countertops can be scratched and stained. Once the decorative paper is ripped apart, it looks worn. Solid surfacing, like acrylic, can be sanded and polished to repair scratches and damage but can still get scratched. They also lack natural depth and beauty of stone. Quartz stone offers the easy maintenance convenience of laminates but at higher durability. Spills can be easily wiped with soapy water. No periodic sealing, waxing and special cleaner required. This is a practical advantage to those managers that are responsible for maintaining several properties. The cost of maintenance is lower with Quartz. Some acrylic materials will yellow and lose color overtime, whereas Quartz won't.
Consistent Quality and Design Flexibility
Traditional surfacing materials can't meet this quality consistency. Natural stones are unique and can be highly variable in pattern, color, and vein. It is always hard to match colors and patterns for the installation of a countertop and wall at a large size, like hotel reception, or apartment house counters without wasting resources and leading to dissatisfaction of customers. Crack-resistant ceramic tiles need their grout lines scrubbed to keep them from collecting dirt. Quartz stone guarantees consistency in every piece manufactured. This benefit will significantly help chain hotels, apartment towers, commercial businesses etc.. Not to mention the unlimited options Quartz stones available today from Pure white to Charcoal black, and also the mimic appearance that looks like marble, concrete, and even exotic stones. Having large slabs of quartz means seamless designs and fewer grout lines.
Hygienic Properties for Health - Conscious Environments
Nowadays more than ever, hygiene is an important factor. Bacteria and mold are allowed to grow in pores of natural stones and in between laminate seams or ceramic grout lines. Quartz stone's non porous structure prevents liquid from absorbing into the stone. No harmful microbes or bacteria can breed and grow on it. This quality is essential for restaurants, hospitals, school cafeterias and hotel bathrooms and commercial kitchens. This point will make B2B clients who will use the surface at the hygiene critical places have a greater piece of mind.
Summary
Due to higher durability compared to natural stone, easier maintenance compared to laminate and solid surfacing, consistent quality and variety options compared to natural stones and tiles and hygienic environment provided for health-conscious users, quartz stone is increasingly being used at hotels, restaurants, residential developments and commercial offices in preference to its conventional counterparts. Xiamen Nishi Group Co., Ltd. Is a modern processing plant that follows strict quality control systems and can provide high-quality quartz stone in all color choices, plus marbles, granite, travertine, artificial marbles, luxury stones, stone monuments, carvings, crafts, nano stones, baselts etc. If you have any questions about quartz and wish to receive samples please feel free to contact us today.