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Quartzite Q & A

July 24, 2014

Quartzite is a decorative stone that makes an exceptional countertop material. Noted for its resistance to abrasions, heat, and stains, quartzite is a pretty popular material. It’s marble-like in appearance but has many of the properties of granite. However, since most consumers hear more about granite and marble than they do about quartzite, we get a lot of questions about this particular material. Here are answers to some of the most prevalent questions we hear— a primer for anyone unfamiliar with the attributes of quartzite:

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Can I Cut Right on My Granite Countertop?

May 22, 2014

Q: I adore my new granite countertop! It really is the centerpiece of our new kitchen. I know it’s a durable surface, so do I really have to cover it with an ugly cutting board when I work? Can I just slice and dice right on the granite surface? 

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