Countertop Installation Service Discusses Granite vs Quartz Countertops for Minnetonka Homes

MINNETONKA, Minn. - Jan. 14, 2016 - PRLog -- Universal Stone is offering advice for homeowners choosing between granite vs quartz countertops for their Minnetonka homes. Both of these stone choices are lovely and durable, and they both offer similar advantages.

There is one main difference between granite and quartz: granite is a natural stone and quartz is an engineered stone. Also, quartz is not recommended for outdoor use since repeated exposure to sunlight can cause it to fade. If homeowners are having an outdoor kitchen or entertainment area installed, granite is usually recommended for this type of project.

The similarities between the two are multiple. Both of these stones are very easy to maintain, and caring for them on a daily basis is simply a matter of cleaning them up with warm water and a soft white cloth. They are both great choices for families and homes of all sizes. It is also easy to find slabs and types that match just about any home improvement budget. Homeowners also love the fact that both granite and quartz add a touch of class and a sense of elegance to any room they are installed in.

When it comes to granite vs quartz countertops for kitchens and bathrooms, both of these stones are a great choice for either of these rooms in a house. They are both burn, stain, heat and bacteria resistant. They both come in a wide variety of colors and styles. Granite slabs are all one of a kind, but because quartz is an engineered stone, two or more slabs that look alike are available.

Universal Stone urges homeowners to research granite vs quartz countertops to help reach a decision when it comes to picking out what stone to have installed. Experts like the ones at Universal Stone can shed more light on these two beautiful and long-lasting countertop choices. We are also professionals at fabricating and installing both granite and quartz counters, so those who are looking into a home remodeling project at their Minnetonka homes should call us for further assistance.

Universal Stone fabricates and installs granite, quartz and other stones in and around Minnetonka Minnesota. To learn more about granite vs quartz countertops, their benefits and how to best use them for your next kitchen or bathroom remodeling project, visit the blog at http://www.universalstone-inc.com/blog/2016/01/how-to-cho....