Stone vs. Stone
Pros & Cons of Natural Stone Products
MATERIALS | MARBLE | GRANITE | QUARTZITE | TERRAZZO | QUARTZ | PORCELAIN TILE |
Natural | YES | YES | YES | YES | NO | YES |
Staining | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO |
Durability | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
Scratches | NO (Regular Use) | NO | NO | NO | NO (Regular Use) | NO |
Etching | YES | NO | Some Types | YES | YES (Some Chemicals) | NO |
Chipping | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
Fading | NO | NO | NO | NO | YES | NO |
Water Resistant | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
Heat Resistant | YES | YES | YES | YES | NO | YES |
Maintenance Free | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |