Pro #1: Quartz is just as strong as granite and more flexible. This makes it easier to install but still incredibly scratch and chip resistant. While no stone should be considered indestructible, quartz is able to stand up to a lifetime of daily use.

Pro #2: Quartz can be fabricated more easily to accommodate custom features like integrated sinks and recessed draining areas.

Pro #3: Seams are easy to hide. While you may still be able to see the seam, it is much more difficult to detect than with a natural stone countertop. Color is consistent and separate pieces of quartz are easy to match while a natural stone like granite will show the seams much more readily.

Pro #4: Quartz is non-porous and does not require sealing. Quartz contains 93% crushed stone and 7% resin. The resin not only reinforces the crushed stone, it also creates an impervious surface that resists stains and will not harbor bacteria.