Craftmark Countertops sees Quartz Countertops Gaining Ground

March 14, 2012 - PRLog -- Craftmark Countertops in Atlanta knows that granite countertops have become an industry standard for kitchen and bathroom countertops, and for good reason. Granite countertops are a beautiful choice that adds character and style to kitchens and baths. Still, quartz is another popular material for countertops in Atlanta, and its strength and non-porous nature are giving Atlanta granite countertops some healthy competition.

The main drawback that most people consider with Atlanta granite countertops is that the material is porous and requires sealing so as not to stain or absorb bacteria. Atlanta quartz countertops, on the other hand, are non-porous and therefore never need to be sealed. The abundance of quartz available for manufacturing countertops keeps the price within a range that is accessible by a large market. The cost of installation rivals that of granite countertops in Atlanta.

Quartz countertops are typically 93% pulverized quartz with the other 7% consisting of coloring pigments and a binding agent. This construction results in an extremely durable surface. While granite countertops do contain some quartz, they also contain softer materials that reduce the strength of the surface below that of a quartz countertop surface.

Melinda Pulliam, Director of Marketing for Craftmark Countertops in Atlanta, states “People do love convenience, and although granite does not need to be sealed very often, many homeowners choose quartz countertops in Atlanta to avoid that extra step. The availability of solid color choices is another reason that some people are choosing quartz countertops over granite.”

Quartz countertops are often recognized by the larger brand names that manufacture them. Some of these names include Cambria, Caesarstone, and Silestone. For more information about countertops in Atlanta, visit http://www.craftmarkcountertops.com.

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About Craftmark Solid Surfaces

Craftmark Solid Surfaces is Atlanta's granite countertop supplier. They have provided Atlanta with natural stone granite countertops of the utmost quality and value for over 10 years and have been in the Atlanta countertop business since 1979. Our granite countertops come from the very best quarries and feature the most beautiful colors and grains. Craftmark Solid Surfaces' Atlanta granite countertops showroom selection consists of over 19 granite colors and many granite edge profiles for people to choose from. Having such a wide variety of granite countertop combinations ensures that clients get the perfect granite countertop for their kitchen or bathroom.

For more information visit http://www.craftmarkcountertops.com.