Have you ever wondered how quartz countertops are made? The process is actually very interesting. Quartz minerals are mined and then they are ground into an aggregate that is later fused with resin that binds the rock under intense pressure & heat to form a beautiful quartz slab. During the process of imparting color to the countertop, pigments are added to give it a unique and beautiful aesthetic.
Quartz is the second most abundant mineral on the planet and so it comes in a variety. Some of the most common forms of quartz are known as amethyst, ametrine, rose quartz, carnelian, onyx, jasper, smokey quartz, agate, milky quartz, tiger’s eye and so much more. Quartz is a mineral that has been used in the making of vanity tops, kitchen worktops, bathroom furnishings and much more applications. This is one of the top countertop materials that is purchased amongst builders, contractors, and homeowners alongside marble and granite.