Quartz is an engineered stone, boasting benefits of durability and stain resistance, which is why it is such a popular ...

Consumer Reports says the kitchen countertop quartz vs. granite face-off is a stone-cold battle between two gleaming contenders.

Quartz is very durable and resists stains, scratches, and impact. It can however be damaged by heat, if a hot pot or pan is put directly on the countertop.

Warranties on quartz countertops last from 10 years to the life of your home. In reality, they have the potential to last much longer than your house.

Quartz is also among the top-rated countertop materials in Consumer Reports' tests. To test durability we stained, sliced, scratched, scorched, and nicked 14 materials, ...