Practicality When a housewife uses Carrara quartz countertops for home cooking tasks, the children occasionally try to scratch the surface with coins. However, due to the high hardness of Carrara quartz, which reaches a level 7 on the Mohs scale, the countertop shows no significant marks even after two years of such use. In commercial […]
Cleaning Tips Using a pH-neutral cleaner can effectively maintain the gloss of the quartz surface and prevent chemical damage. The maintenance score of the quartz surface has increased by about 18%. Promptly cleaning up spilled liquids and quickly handling common liquid stains such as coffee or wine within 5 minutes of stain formation can increase […]
Fluid Modern In contemporary home design, the material which is getting popular day by day for its aesthetic appearance rather than traditional look-wise is Quartz Countertops. Aesthetically, modern style cabinets tend to have the clean lines and neutral colors that make for a sleek but versatile space. According to a 1,500-household survey report, 88% of […]
Choosing Protective Materials According to global market analysis, the sales of silicone strips have increased by 30% over the past five years, indicating their widespread acceptance and usage globally. In a survey involving 500 households, families using silicone strips had an 80% lower incidence rate of edge damage on their quartz countertops compared to those […]
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Color and Design Coordination When choosing the color of Carrara quartz countertops, not only personal preferences should be considered, but also the harmony with the overall kitchen design. A survey found that up to 75% of families consider color as the primary factor when choosing kitchen countertops. White Carrara quartz countertops significantly enhance spatial brightness […]
Reasons for Popularity The popularity of gray quartz countertops lies in their broad practicality and design flexibility. According to recent industry statistics, about 70% of interior designers recommend using gray quartz countertops, especially in spaces designed with a modern or minimalist style. A design company used gray quartz countertops to reshape the concept of an […]
Wear Resistance Analysis In domestic applications, a study covering 1,500 households showed that in families who chose Calacatta quartz for kitchen countertops, 99% of users reported no significant wear or scratches after 10 years of continuous use. On these countertops, family members performed cutting activities at least five times per day on average, accumulating at […]
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Scratch Resistance Features In an experiment involving 50,000 consecutive tool abrasions, quartz countertops demonstrated an extremely low wear rate of only 0.01%, significantly better than granite at 0.03% and marble at 0.05%. The experiment included countertop samples from 30 different brands of quartz, granite, and marble to ensure the breadth and reliability of the data. […]
Aesthetics and Practicality In terms of hardness, the Mohs hardness of Calacatta quartz reaches 7, while the hardness of marble is only between 3 to 5. This means that Calacatta quartz has a much greater resistance to scratches than marble. In a study covering 200 households, families using Calacatta quartz islands found that their island's […]
Daily Cleaning Daily wiping of quartz countertops with a microfiber cloth can greatly reduce surface bacteria and stains. This method can reduce the number of bacteria on the countertop by up to 99%, significantly higher than the 75% cleaning efficiency of traditional cotton cloths. During a continuous 30-day observation period, countertops regularly wiped with microfiber […]
What Is A Waterfall Edge The countertop edge flows down like a waterfall, giving a sense of integrity and continuity. You can see such designs in kitchens or bathrooms. There is a high-end restaurant that specifically used a waterfall edge quartz countertop during renovation, and customer reviews and satisfaction increased by 30%. Why is this? […]
Straight Edge In home kitchens, straight edge quartz countertops are particularly loved by housewives and cleaners for their smooth edges that are easy to clean. A survey covering California and Nevada showed that 80% of over 500 households chose the straight edge design. Compared to households using complex edge designs, these families reported an average […]
Warranty Periods According to the latest data, the warranty period for quartz stone usually ranges from 15 years to a lifetime, reflecting the brand's confidence in product quality. About 70% of brands offer a 15 to 25-year warranty, with approximately 20% offering a lifetime warranty. 90% of high-end brands provide at least a 10-year warranty, […]
Lighting Effects Light color temperature is able to effect up to 30% on the level of perception in terms of colour depth, a study says. I put a light yellow low color temperature bulb (2700k) in the kitchen which brought out more texture on my grey quartz countertop and made it look warmer; 20% better […]
Items to Avoid The pH values of lemon and vinegar are usually around 2, significantly lower than the neutral pH value of 7 required by quartz materials. According to material science research on quartz countertops, prolonged exposure to these low pH substances can increase the damage rate of quartz countertops to 30%. These acidic substances […]
Appearance Features Its white base paired with gray or blue textures not only simulates the aesthetic of marble but also adds a modern touch. In a survey on market trends, over 70% of interior designers expressed a preference for using Carrara-like textures because these textures effectively enhance the visual depth and expansiveness of spaces. The […]
White Series According to a survey covering over 200 interior design projects, the use of white background walls has increased the overall spatial visual openness, making about 92% of spaces appear more spacious. In a famous hotel design in London, the designer used white marble ceramic tiles as the kitchen backsplash. This choice not only […]
Quartz Countertops According to market analysis data from 2024, the global market share of quartz countertops has increased to 78%, compared to 52% in 2019, growing by 26 percentage points over five years. The hardness of this material has reached Mohs level 7, enabling it to effectively resist scratches and wear in daily use. The […]
Unique Features Comparison Calacatta quartz is characterized by its stark white background and prominent gray or gold veins. According to global design project statistics, Calacatta quartz is selected for luxury interior designs up to 40% of the time. In a design project for a well-known law firm's conference room, designers chose Calacatta quartz for the […]
Wear and Scratch Resistance The Mohs hardness of quartz reaches up to level 7, significantly higher than granite's level 6 and marble's levels 3 to 5. This hardness advantage means that in daily use, even when facing sharp knives and impacts from heavy objects, quartz is unlikely to be scratched or damaged. According to market surveys, the […]
Color Matching More than 65% of users consider lighting, space, size of space, and practicality of materials when choosing and matching colors. If the quartz countertop is gray with a subtle metallic texture, the ideal choice is a light gray glass tile with a soft sheen. This choice is not only gentle and sophisticated, but […]
Calacatta quartz has a Mohs hardness of 7, while marble has a hardness of only 3 to 4. According to an experiment by "Building Materials Research," the surface wear rate of Calacatta quartz is 0.05%, whereas marble is as high as 0.2%. In a commercial building project, the areas with Calacatta quartz remained smooth and new after two years, while the areas with marble showed obvious scratches and wear.
Light-colored quartz countertops, such as white or beige, can reflect light, making small bathrooms appear brighter and more spacious. According to Interior Design Magazine, white quartz countertops can increase the sense of space in small bathrooms by 30%. In a New York apartment, using white quartz countertops made a 5-square-meter bathroom look like 7 square meters. A family in Shanghai chose beige quartz countertops, making the bathroom feel warmer and increasing customer satisfaction by 20%.
From the straightforward contrast of black and gold to the detailed subtlety of textured grays, each of the existing patterns offers a well-thought-out blend of elegance and convenience of use. Stunning visual appeal, durability, and maintenance simplicity – those are the three key benefits of going with this particular type of slabs. Whether you are into modern styles with gray and blue textures or classic white and wavy textures, getting Calacatta quartz installed is definitely a perfect idea to consider.
