Calacatta quartz is heavy and can be difficult to manage. A standard Calacatta quartz slab weighs generally around 1,200 pounds or even more (about 544 kg). It makes transportation as well installation difficult and requires specialized machinery. In residential kitchen installations, contractors need to use forklifts or cranes in order to meticulously place the slabs. The latter part is important because the car's weight also requires specific safety practices to ensure safe handling without injuring yourself.