As beautiful as marble and, with care, more durable, quartzite is an exciting new décor option for natural stone fixtures. Add rich textures to your home with elegant slabs of quartzite from Stone Selection in Calgary. Unique and beautiful as marble, quartzite is a durable décor option for natural stone fixtures. Quartzite slabs can be adapted for many home applications: from a fresh new quartzite backsplash to an eye-catching quartzite countertop. Quartzite is available in a variety of beautiful colors, deep textures, and fascinating patterns. For its exotic qualities, Quartzite is usually a more expensive natural stone. However, many homeowners find it is worth the investment for high-use applications.
Quartzite is a metamorphic rock that is firm and non-foliated and was once pure quartz sandstone. It has the appearance of marble but is harder and denser. Quartzite scores a 7 out of 10 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, just ahead of granite. It will not scratch, etch, or scorch from heat and rarely chips or pits. Simply put, it doesn't get tougher. Quartzite is an interesting new décor alternative for natural stone fixtures that is as attractive as marble and, with care, more durable. Quartzite slabs may be used for a variety of home purposes, including a new quartzite backsplash and an eye-catching quartzite countertop. Quartzite is available in a wide range of gorgeous hues, textures, and patterns.
Quartzite is extremely scratch resistant, except when subjected to extended heat. You also have to be cautious to distinguish between 'hard' Quartzite (the pure and long-lasting form) and soft Quartzite (which is softer and more marble-like).
