Quartz is found in great abundance in the earth—it is second only to water as the most common mineral-based form on our planet. It is naturally hard and scratch resistant. Quartz ranks 7.0 on Moh's Hardness Scale, which is used to measure the scratch-resistance of materials. Only diamonds can compare ranking 10 on the Moh's scale.

Quartz countertops are manufactured with up to 93 percent natural quartz and the remaining seven percent being colour pigments and resins. This prescribed mixture results in a product that is very durable and does not require regular sealing.

Quartz countertops are not resistant to "extreme" heat due to the nature of the resins in the slabs.  Care should be taken not to put hot pots directly on the surface which can cause heat marks on the counter top.

When you are looking for a way to give your kitchen and bathrooms a fresh and unique look Custom Granite can help you. They specialize in custom granite, marble and quartz countertops that are designed around your needs and fashion tastes. Custom Granite has over 2,000 different granite slabs and countertops in over 40 of the most popular colours giving you an unbelievable variety to choose from for your home. These beautiful granite slabs are also ideal when constructing fireplace areas and surrounding bathtub enclosures.

Granite countertops are ideal for any kitchen or bathroom as they are very scratch and wear resistant allowing them to withstand some of the roughest conditions. When used for cutting, these countertops do not obtain any type of damage like wooden countertop models. Granite is made mostly from the combination of quartz and mica. The large variety of colour choices are due to the amount of quartz and mica present as well as the cooling speed of this stone material. Homeowners like the fact that there is very little care that is needed to keep up the visual appeal of granite countertops. Cleanup requires just the basic soap and water to remove debris from the surface and to return its natural luster.

When you are trying to create an elegant, express environment within a room, marble countertops and slabs can help in your endeavor. This great product is good when you want to create a variety of atmospheres such as that include but are not limited to sophistication, simple, a warm elegance, rustic or even luxurious. Marble is more porous that granite varieties and will required regular maintenance and sealing to maintain its gorgeous appeal.

Custom Granite has one of the widest varieties of quartz countertops for you to choose from. Quartz countertops and slabs are made from ninety three percent natural quartz. This mineral based material is a very hard material, being second only to diamonds. However, quartz is not heat resistant like granite and should not be used to house hot pans and other cookware. Unlike marble, quartz does not require the need to have regular maintenance or sealing to preserve its natural beauty making this a great addition to any home.

For a finished look on all of your granite, marble or quartz countertop and surrounding surface projects, Custom Granite has many 3D edges to choose from. With thirty different designs available in forty different colour choices you are sure to find the look that you desire.