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As I said before the only people who are concerned about things being dated are those who are into trends. This probably extends into fashion, cars, whatever. I just like what I like.
I am updating my kitchen because it is dark, dreary, and screams "80s" and "country" even though it was build in the mid-90s. I am not at all trendy, and I also like what I like. But I don't like a kitchen that was done in such a manner that it does not look clean and classic - I prefer a more timeless look.
What I see around here is engineered stone countertops (Silestone/Caesarstone etc) in a faux marble pattern.
That seems to be the hot new thing for the most up-to-date houses.
And it will look solidly 2017 in about 3-4 years
I disagree - quartz is coming out in new colors and patterns almost every day. Some of them look exactly like granite, but there seems to be no end to the possible colors. I think quartz is here to stay for a long time, just like granite.
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Quartz counters seem more durable than granite, and no need to seal.
I am obviously behind the times ... what are people doing now instead of granite and stainless ?>
People are still doing lots of both.
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That is true. Also "artificial."
Actually quartz is 93% natural stone. I don't see anything about it that looks "artificial". It's quartz.
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Its harder than granite and easy on the eyes.
Many people prefer the busy look of granite. It's really personal preference.
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We're about twenty years into that "brief resurrection" now, and counting.
Agreed. I have always loved subway tile, still do.
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Quartzite countertops may be harder than some granites but "quartz" countertops which are far more common are manmade materials that, being about 93% stone particles and 7% plastic binders (pigments are also often added), are definitely softer than granite. "Quartz" products are sold under many trade names such as Caesarstone and Silestone.
Easy on the eyes is in the eyes of the beholder.
Quartz countertops (93% quartz and 7% resin) are absolutely harder than granite. See the above article.
Quartzite is a bit tricky. Much of what is sold/labeled in the stoneyards as quartzite, is in fact a dolomite marble, or a calcitic marble, and will etch and stain, unlike either quartz, true quartzite, or granite. I have been to many stoneyards recently, and it is pretty frustrating thinking that you are looking at quartzite, and then finding out that it etches. There are no standards on quartzite, so if you are shopping for it, beware, and do your homework unless you don't mind spending a lot more effort taking care of your countertops. I do think it is a much more beautiful stone, than granite, but I am opting for a sure thing, care-wise, and going with quartz.
Quartz countertops (93% quartz and 7% resin) are absolutely harder than granite. See the above article.
That is just not true. Quartz is indeed harder than granite (it may also be a major component of granite as is feldspar) but "quartz" products as Silestone, Caesarstone, etc. have their hardness compromised when they are crushed and combined with plastics (manmade ingredients) to make those artificial products. And "quartz" is indeed artificial rather than natural as it does not appear in nature just as concrete, though made of natural components is an artificial material.
There is nothing wrong with preferring "quartz" to granite but one should understand the difference
It's my understanding that the resin in quartz counter tops can be damaged by heat. So, if you are careful to never set any hot pans on it, you will be OK. If you are careless, it can be damaged.
Personally, I don't like the way it looks until you get to the really high end that looks like granite. At that point, if they look alike, I don't see any advantage to quartz over granite. Granite can be damaged by oil, quartz can be damaged by heat and there is a lot of oil and heat in a kitchen where people actually cook and the kitchen is not just a show piece.
Actually I despise white trim, i think is is horrible. I like the trim the same color as the wall.
but agree, the barn doors are freaking ugly, unless you live in a barn.
and i also think the gray paints like many have stated is getting tired and old already
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There are no standards on quartzite, so if you are shopping for it, beware, and do your homework unless you don't mind spending a lot more effort taking care of your countertops. I do think it is a much more beautiful stone, than granite, but I am opting for a sure thing, care-wise, and going with quartz.
