The Best Countertops In Phoenix

Quartz countertops are engineered stone surfaces. They offer many of the benefits of natural stone but with reproducibility in the modern manufacturing processes. This results in beautiful finishes and greater durability than some of the natural stone options such as granite and marble.

Pros to Quartz:
• Wide range of color selections in comparison to natural stones.
• Extremely durable and forgiving, quartz will not chip easily.
• Non-porous surface offers easier cleaning and more stain resistance thank natural stone.

Cons to Quartz:
• The “look” tends to be more contemporary in style than many of the natural stones.
• Quartz has limited heat resistance- extra caution is needed before placing hot items on its surface.

Natural stones are a luxurious and unique option when considering countertops. They are inherently hard and durable with a wide selection to choose from including Granite, quartzite, marble, agglomerate marble, limestone, soapstone, dolomite, & basalt travertine to name a few that Madera offers. Natural Stones are largely scratch and heat resistant which is a bonus when used on kitchen surfaces. In addition, the longevity of natural stones creates a favorable investment when considering remodeling your home.

Pros to Natural Stone:
• Beauty and Uniqueness.
• Cool to the touch- bonus for Arizona homes!
• Hardy material.

Cons of Natural Stone:
• Some natural stones are easy to damage and chip.
• Lack of “seamless” look when placing unique slabs together.
• Specialty care required for maintenance.
• Typically natural stones come with a higher price point that engineered stones.

Enjoy our library of custom cabinet blog. Our blogs are intended to educate our clients on different aspects of the design and selection process when looking to buy Arizona cabinets. It is important to know what to what to expect, what to look out for and how your experience should be when considering any remodeling or construction project. We hope that these articles help.