Grown in clusters, quartz is a rock grown in mines. After miningand manufacturing the quartz clusters, these rocks become longslabs. These slabs then become surfaces such as kitchen counters.Quartz comes in all different colors and patterns, and are brightand vivid.Quartz countertops are not very common yet today, because theystill have a competition against granite. It’s important to knowthe pros and cons of quartz countertops against granite. Obviouslyquartz has proven superior to laminate countertops, as probablyevery other countertop type. When put to the test, quartz is eventhe new and improved granite, because it’s easier to clean, holdsless bacteria and no mold, is harder, and less likely to stain thangranite countertops are. Sealants or surface conditioners are notrequired to insta