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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 users of quartz countertops report that after five years of continuous use, the proportion of countertops without noticeable damage is as high as 95%, while for other materials such as granite and marble, these proportions are 75% and 65%, respectively.
The non-porous structure of quartz reduces the penetration of liquids and food residues, significantly decreasing the growth space for bacteria and mold. Kitchens with quartz countertops save about 40% of time and labor in daily cleaning. In comparative tests, quartz can withstand long-term exposure to heat sources up to 200°C without cracking or discoloring. This characteristic makes quartz countertops perform better than other natural and synthetic materials when facing hot pots and appliances, maintaining surface integrity under similar conditions at a rate of 98%.
The surface of quartz countertops does not absorb water or oil, meaning that most liquid stains such as grease, juice, and alcohol can simply be wiped off with a damp cloth, without the need for strong cleaning agents. In standardized cleaning tests, the cleaning efficiency of quartz countertops is 50% higher than that of granite and 75% higher than that of porous marble.
The high chemical stability of quartz allows it to resist most cleaning agents used in home and commercial kitchens. According to a market survey, after using common cleaning agents, only less than 5% of quartz countertop users report issues with color changes or fading, while this proportion is as high as 25% among users of natural stone materials like marble.
Quartz Countertop Cleaning Methods:
In a large hotel kitchen, switching to quartz countertops reduced the cleaning and maintenance time from one hour per day to 30 minutes, saving over 180 hours of labor per year.
Pure white quartz countertops are a popular choice for modern kitchen designs because they enhance the sense of brightness and openness of the space. Market surveys show that more than 70% of designers prefer to choose pure white quartz to bring minimalist aesthetics to kitchens. For users seeking a classic aesthetic, quartz mimicking marble textures is an ideal choice, with a 25% increase in users choosing this texture from 2015 to 2023.
Gray quartz is favored in commercial environments for its modern feel and its ability to effectively conceal small stains during use. Dark-colored quartz, such as black and deep blue, performs excellently in enhancing the luxury feel of kitchens and increasing property values, with market data indicating that properties with dark quartz countertops typically have a resale value 5% to 10% higher than ordinary kitchens.
This material's high customizability offers more than 150 color and texture options and can be processed into various shapes and sizes to meet different design needs. In kitchen design projects, a survey showed that 85% of designers choose quartz for seamless integrated sink designs in all high-end kitchen renovation projects.
Quartz's processing technology allows designers to create unique artistic works on the material's surface, such as grooved drainage systems. In a survey of 50 restaurants, restaurants using quartz countertops with special features reported a 25% improvement in work efficiency. The variety in sizes, in a survey involving multiple residential areas, showed that the adoption rate of custom-sized quartz countertops in home kitchen renovation projects increased by 30%.
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