Quartz is found in clusters and does not naturally form stone blocks like granite does. Although some individuals are interested in using this material in their kitchen design, quartz is generally thought to be undesirable in its natural state for countertops and other large slab applications.

However, quartz can be transformed into different forms, such as an open-pit engineered stone, to make it appropriate for slab applications. Popular names for engineered quartz include reconstituted stone and re-composed stone. Quartz aggregated chips, colours, additives, and resin binders are used in various combinations during the manufacturing process.

Engineered quartz stone is available in a huge variety of hues, textures, and patterns for slab and countertop applications. The texture can be either coarse or fine, depending on how it was made. The glittering finish can then be achieved by combining it with glass and other reflective materials. High-end and sturdy uses are possible when granite’s durability is paired with quartz’s non-porous nature.