Quartz, Granite, Marble & More

Stone Materials Guide

Stone Materials Guide

A guide to the six surfaces we work with most, so you can walk into the showroom already knowing what to ask for.

  • porcelain

    Slim, durable, and highly versatile, chosen for its scratch resistance and clean modern look.

  • soapstone

    A soft, matte natural stone that only gets better with age, favored for its warm and organic feel.

  • quartzite

    The natural stone our clients ask for most, prized for dramatic movement and a hardness that holds up to daily life.

  • marble

    The classic choice for timeless elegance, cherished for its soft veining and undeniable beauty.

  • granite

    A natural stone favorite for generations, valued for its heat resistance and one of a kind veining.

  • quartz

    Engineered for consistency, prized for its low maintenance and the widest range of colors we offer.

Still deciding?

Answer three quick questions and we will point you toward a starting material.

1. Where is this project?

2. What matters most to you?

3. How much daily wear will it see?

Suggested starting point

Quartz

Based on your answers, quartz is a strong starting point. Bring this to your showroom visit and we will show you options in person.

Frequently Asked Questions

A few things worth knowing before your showroom visit.

Quartzite and quartz are both strong choices for a busy kitchen. Quartzite is one of the hardest natural stones available and resists scratching and heat well. Quartz is nonporous and doesn’t need sealing, so it shrugs off spills with little upkeep. Granite is close behind on durability, with decades of track record in kitchens.

It depends on the material. Granite, marble, and quartzite are natural stones and porous, so they need to be sealed at installation and resealed periodically to resist staining. Quartz is engineered and nonporous, so it never needs sealing. Porcelain is also nonporous and seal-free.

Quartzite and granite are the two materials best suited for outdoor use since natural stone handles sun and temperature swings without fading or warping. Porcelain also performs well outdoors and resists UV fading. Quartz is not recommended outdoors because the resin in engineered stone can discolor with prolonged sun exposure.

Quartz and porcelain need the least upkeep since both are nonporous and never need sealing. A simple wipe-down with soap and water keeps either looking new. Granite and quartzite need periodic resealing, and marble needs the most attention of the group.

Yes. Materials like quartzite, granite, quartz, and porcelain all work for showers, vanities, backsplashes, and outdoor kitchens, in addition to countertops, so you can carry one material through an entire room or home for a consistent look.

Start with how you’ll use the space. A busy family kitchen might call for quartz or quartzite for durability, while a lower traffic bathroom vanity leaves more room for a softer stone like marble. Visiting our Woodinville showroom to see and touch full slabs is the easiest way to compare the options in person before deciding.

See the slabs in person

Photos only tell part of the story with natural stone. Come see the full range, including Taj Mahal quartzite, in our Woodinville showroom.

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