{"id":837,"date":"2025-05-09T09:55:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-09T09:55:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.seniors-australian.com\/?p=837"},"modified":"2025-05-09T14:01:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-09T14:01:16","slug":"quartz-vs-granite-countertops-whats-the-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.seniors-australian.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/09\/quartz-vs-granite-countertops-whats-the-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"Quartz vs. Granite Countertops: What\u2019s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Quartz and granite are two of the most popular countertop options for kitchens and bathrooms. Here\u2019s a direct breakdown of how they compare in terms of cost, maintenance, durability, and aesthetics.<\/p>\n

\"Quartz<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/th>\nQuartz<\/th>\nGranite<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Material<\/td>\nEngineered stone (quartz + resin)<\/td>\n100% natural stone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Appearance<\/td>\nUniform and customizable<\/td>\nUnique and natural veining<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Price Range<\/td>\n$50\u2013$75\/sq. ft. (+ install)<\/td>\n$40\u2013$100\/sq. ft. (incl. install)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Heat Resistance<\/td>\nModerate \u2013 can scorch<\/td>\nHigh \u2013 can handle hot pans<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stain Resistance<\/td>\nExcellent (non-porous)<\/td>\nRequires sealing to resist stains<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bacteria Resistance<\/td>\nVery good<\/td>\nGood (with sealing)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maintenance<\/td>\nNo sealing needed<\/td>\nRequires periodic sealing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seam Visibility<\/td>\nMore visible due to uniform pattern<\/td>\nLess noticeable in patterned slabs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Environmental<\/td>\nUses byproducts, resin content<\/td>\nRequires quarrying<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DIY Friendly?<\/td>\nNo \u2013 professional install only<\/td>\nNo \u2013 very heavy, pro install needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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When to Choose Quartz:<\/h2>\n