Quartzite: Its Qualities, Uses and Benefits

Quartzite Countertops: Timeless Durability

Quartzite countertops offer a luxury aesthetic with exceptional strength, making them a top-tier natural stone option for homeowners who want the look of marble without the high-maintenance concerns.

Visit our Richardson, Texas showroom for an extensive selection of high-quality quartzite slabs perfect for kitchens, bathrooms and other design-driven spaces. 

Quartzite: Beauty + Strength

Quartzite offers the perfect balance of strength and natural elegance, making it a standout choice for any design-focused space. Formed under intense heat and pressure, this durable stone resists scratches, heat, and everyday wear — ideal for high-traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms.  Its marble-like veining and exquisite color variations add sophistication to any surface. 

Quartzite: Product Details

stands up to daily life without compromising on style.

Celebrated for its durability and striking, marble-like appearance, quartzite is a natural stone that ranks high on the Mohs hardness scale (typically around 7) making it exceptionally resistant to scratches and everyday wear. It is commonly offered in two slab thicknesses: 2 centimeters (¾ inch) and 3 centimeters (1¼ inch). 

Quartzite is quarried worldwide, with significant deposits found in Brazil, the United States, India and parts of Africa. Unlike quartz, which is engineered, quartzite is a metamorphic rock formed from sandstone that has been subjected to intense heat and pressure over time. This natural process fuses the quartz grains together, creating a dense, durable surface with unique, flowing patterns and subtle color variations. Finishes include polished for a glossy, light-reflective look; honed for a smooth, matte surface; and leathered for a softly textured, more natural feel.

Natural-Quartzite

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Uses

  • Kitchen countertops, backsplashes and islands
  • Bathroom countertops and vanities
  • Fireplace surrounds
  • Wall cladding
  • Select flooring 
  • Outdoor outdoor kitchens, patios, pool surrounds, terraces and fountains

Benefits

Exceptional Durability

The highly dense structure of quartzite makes it more resistant to water, acids, stains and breakage.

Low Maintenance 

When properly sealed, quartzite is resistant to moisture and staining.

Heat Resistant

Handles heat well and won’t be damaged by hot pans or dishes.

UV Resistant

Won’t fade or darken when exposed to direct sunlight.

Versatility

Blends with every décor style. Choose from a wide spectrum of colors and patterns.

Long-term Value

A cost-effective alternative to marble that requires fewer replacements or repairs over time. 

Quartzite Care

Clean with a gentle cleaner and soft cloth or sponge

Use a mild soap or a pH-neutral stone cleaner mixed with warm water.

Avoid:

Abrasives and harsh cleaners.

Remove stains promptly

Helps prevent staining or etching — especially from acidic or deeply pigmented substances like wine, coffee, oil or citrus juice. 

Reseal every 1 to 3 years

Test the surface every 6 months by placing a few drops of water on it — if the water soaks in or darkens the stone, it’s time to reseal.

Protect surface

Use coasters, trivets, cooling racks and cutting boards to prevent scratches and heat damage.