Quartz vs Granite Worktops: Which Is Best for Your Kitchen?
Both are durable, premium worktop materials, but the right choice depends on your kitchen style, budget and how you use the space.
What worktop material is best for your home?
Quartz is usually the best choice if you want a low-maintenance, stain-resistant kitchen worktop with a consistent finish. Granite is better if you prefer a completely natural stone with unique patterning and stronger heat resistance.
Quartz vs Granite, which should you choose?
| Feature | Quartz | Granite |
| Material | Engineered stone made with quartz minerals and resin | Natural stone cut from quarried granite |
| Appearance | More consistent in colour and pattern | Naturally varied, with every slab unique |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance and does not usually need sealing | May need sealing to protect against stains |
| Stain resistance | Very strong due to non-porous surface | Good when sealed correctly |
| Heat resistance | Good, but trivets are still recommended | Good, but trivets are still recommended |
| Scratch resistance | Very good | Very good |
| Best for | Busy family kitchens and modern designs | Natural, characterful kitchens |
What is a quartz worktop?
A quartz worktop is an engineered stone surface made from natural quartz minerals, resin and pigments. It is designed to be strong, non-porous, easy to clean and available in a wide choice of colours and finishes.
What is a granite worktop?
A granite worktop is made from natural stone quarried from the earth. Each slab has its own pattern, colour variation and mineral detail, making granite a popular choice for homeowners who want a unique kitchen surface.
Which is easier to clean and maintain?
Quartz is usually easier to maintain because it is non-porous and does not usually need sealing.
Granite is also easy to clean, but it may need sealing from time to time to help maintain its stain resistance.
For both materials, we recommend:
- Wiping spills quickly
- Using a soft cloth or sponge
- Cleaning with mild washing-up liquid and warm water
- Avoiding harsh chemicals
- Avoiding abrasive cleaning pads
- Using chopping boards
- Using trivets or heat pads for hot pans
Watch our how to clean quartz video or how to clean granite video
Popular quartz and granite worktops
Not sure which surface to choose? These are some of the most popular quartz and granite worktops currently available from Impala Stone.
Tom’s recommendation
Tom, Managing Director at Impala Stone, recommends viewing samples alongside your kitchen units, flooring and lighting before making a final decision.
“For a versatile quartz, I recommend starting with BQS Capri, KSG Carrara Classic or KSG Carrara Sicilia. For customers who prefer the unique character of natural stone, Taj Mahal, Fantasy Brown and Cosmic Black are excellent granite choices.”
Popular quartz worktops
- Silestone Snowy Ibiza
- KSG White Shimmer
- KSG Arctic White
- KSG Carrara Vena
- KSG Calacatta Gold
- KSG Arabesque
- KSG Inca
- KSG Nevada
Popular granite worktops
Visit the Impala Stone showroom
Still unsure whether quartz or granite is right for your kitchen?
Visit the Impala Stone showroom to compare materials, view samples and get expert advice from our team. We can help you understand the differences, choose the right stone and request a free, no-obligation quote.
Why buy from us?
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Years of experience
we pride ourselves on our years of experience in the world of bespoke worktops, contributing to the quality of surfaces we supply.
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Expert craftspeople
our team of craftspeople is highly skilled and able to bring our customers’ visions to life in stunning stone.
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Competitive pricing
a completely bespoke pricing structure allows us to offer some of the country’s most competitive prices.
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Stunning materials
connections with some of the world’s premier material suppliers mean our customers can enjoy a huge range of choice.
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