Quartz FAQ

Quartz is one of the hardest components of natural granite. Quartz rates seven out of 10 on Mohs Scale of Hardness. The only material harder are diamonds, sapphires and topaz. The quartz crystals are used to create a beautiful and strong surface that is highly scratch and impact resistant.

HanStone Quartz can be used in a number of design applications, such as kitchen countertops, benches, islands, peninsulas; bathroom vanities, shower walls, bath and tub surrounds; table tops, furniture, window sills, wall coverings and thresholds, etc.

Commercial uses such as healthcare facilities, restaurants, offices; including conference tables, reception and desktops, countertops and credenzas, lobby/interior walls, food preparation areas, laboratories, and inlays.