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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 non-porous surface structure of quartz countertops almost does not absorb any liquid, making its stain resistance about 30% higher than other countertop materials. In households using quartz countertops, 75% of users report that they have hardly encountered any difficult-to-remove stains in the past year, while in households using other materials, this proportion is only 45%.
In a residential development project in Boston, developers used quartz countertops in all new units. The results show that these units sold 30% faster than units with granite or marble countertops, and the average selling price was also 18% higher. Specifically, the average selling price of units with quartz countertops was $350 per square foot, while the average selling price of units with other materials was $297 per square foot. After introducing quartz countertops in a Seattle hotel, the overall rating of the hotel improved by 20%, with the most significant increase in the ratings for decor and atmosphere, from 7.5 to 9. In a New York shopping center, updating the rest area and restroom countertops to quartz material increased customer satisfaction by 40%, specifically in terms of cleanliness and modern feel, with customer satisfaction rising from 60% to 84%.
Despite the emergence of many new countertop materials in the market, granite still maintains about 30% of the market share. The main advantages of granite are its robustness and heat resistance. In a luxury residential project in Miami, designers chose granite countertops mainly because they enhance the luxury and practicality of the entire space. According to sales data from the project, 90% of buyers indicated that granite countertops were one of the key factors in their purchasing decisions. Specifically, units with granite countertops sold 25% faster than units with other stone materials, and the average transaction price was also 12% higher.
After a restaurant in Chicago updated its bar and service countertops to granite, customers' overall impression of the establishment greatly improved. Customer ratings of the restaurant increased by 15%, particularly in terms of high-end ambiance, with the average rating rising from 8 to 9.2. In homes using granite countertops, the surfaces remain like new even after ten years of use. According to a survey of 500 households, 95% of owners expressed very high satisfaction with granite countertops, with durability and aesthetics being the most praised features.
Marble accounts for about 20% of the countertop material market share, especially favored in projects seeking high-end decorative effects. In an art gallery in Los Angeles, the newly renovated reception area used white marble countertops, which not only enhanced the overall lightness of the space but also added to the artistic atmosphere. Feedback from the gallery indicates that since switching to marble countertops, overall visitor ratings of the gallery have increased by 12%, with visitor satisfaction rising from 85% to 97%.
In a historic hotel in New York, marble is used for the floors and front desk in the lobby, areas that frequently host guests from around the world. Hotel management reports that the elegant appearance and classic feel of marble have increased the luxury rating of the hotel by 20%, with the luxury rating rising from 8.5 to 10. A bakery in San Francisco chose marble for its worktops. The owner states that the cooling properties of marble have helped improve the dough handling process, increasing the bakery's production efficiency by 18%.
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With the doors officially open to the Stone Industry Fair 2024 in Poznań, Poland, PANMIN is thrilled to bring its premier stone surface collections to one of Europe’s most esteemed stone industry exhibitions. Running from November 20 to 22, this event is a central hub for the latest trends, technologies, and products in the field, […]
Light Enhancement White granite is also credited with bringing light into a room, completely changing both the ambiance and function of the space. The unique properties of white granite have made the material both functional and handsome for residential and commercial use. The science supporting white granite as a light-enhancing medium rests in its high […]
Dark Grey Dark grey cabinets with grey quartz countertops give a very modern, put-together look that works well with so many styles of kitchens. This truly makes the contrasting of cabinetry and countertop very dramatic yet still balanced and highly sophisticated. For example, matte charcoal cabinets with polished grey quartz that has somewhat subtle veining […]
White White granite is among the best options to make a room feel larger when choosing colors for the granite countertop. White amplifies light, and this color can dramatically make a room appear more open, creating a strategic choice in small or closed spaces like kitchens and bathrooms. Popular varieties include River White, White Ice, […]
Applicability Calacatta slabs are the favorite in the industry, serving dual purposes in both durability and aesthetics. This is because Calacatta quartz has been engineered to last through everyday wear and tear in high-traffic areas, kitchen islands that are mostly subjected to heavy use, spills, and wear. A kitchen island that is 6 feet by […]
