[b]April 05th, 2017, London:[/b] Quartzite has become an increasingly popular choice in the domain of home designing. Most of this quartzite has a crystalline lustre, durability and a classy appeal that makes it a top pick for everything from kitchen to worktops to floor applications, fountains, pools, and several other places.

Many non-professionals commit the common mistake of not conducting a thorough research before buying a product that would live and decorate their home for a lifetime. It is, therefore, imperative that you know the difference between quartzite and quartz.

A quartzite is a natural metamorphic rock that begins as sandstone and under intense heat, pressure and time evolves into a beautiful quartzite. It is then quarried, cut into slabs of various dimensions, and finally used into applications such as worktops, flooring, wall coverings, vanity tops, staircases, and other places.

On the other hand, quartz is a man-made stone that is a combination of pure crushed stone with a small additive of colour and resin to create a flexible, resistant to stains and impacts slab.

[b]As with many things in life, there are pros and cons of quartzite too.[/b]

Quartzite is naturally strong, extra durable, and heat resistant. Another attribute that has it picked is that it looks similar to marble but requires much less maintenance due to the lack of calcium which brings the inherent issues in marble.

On the other hand, it requires a seal to protect the surface from scratches and stains, and it must receive a periodical check over time to maintain the sealing, recommended around once a year.

Since quartzite is a gift of nature, it comes in a range of colours such as neutral tones of white, grey and beige which are the obvious choices due to their flexibility in terms of matching a wide array of design and colour schemes. Other colours such as blue, green, pink or red also prevail in the market

Variation in colour, shade and pattern in natural quartzite depends on many factors, such as the amount of iron oxide, the place of its origins and its age amongst other factors and natural occurrences during its formation process.

[b]Bianco Eclipse Quartzite[/b]

The darker veins draw dramatic aesthetic lines resembling a pure art of this enchanting creation of stone while its off-white to light-grey background gives a balance to all the spaces that shines under the luminosity and makes the surroundings more vivid. An ideal material for those who seek the look of marbles such as Statuario and Calacatta but are not willing to risk etching of the surfaces with household acids and foods such as lemon and orange. This quartzite is also known as Superwhite granite, Superwhite quartzite and Moon Rock granite depending to the classification given in the country or commercial names by the different importers of the material.

[b]Taj Mahal Quartzite[/b]

This quartzite offers delightful touch with a perfect tonal combination that delivers a feeling of comfort and sophistication. It brings a classic style reflexed in a high-gloss surface. Its earthy toned backdrop brings nature to any space in which it is displayed, whilst its rusty veining ensures age and personality are unveiled in a unique array of stunning revelations provided by this exclusive stone originally quarried in Brazil.

[b]White Macaubas Quartzite[/b]

This quartzite is very popular in its two versions: cross cut and vein cut.
The cross cut version presents a few striking veins across the surface which evokes the beauty of famous Italian marbles. This version is also known as Calacatta

[b]Brazil quartzite[/b]

White Macaubas quartzite in a vein cut version has its veins displayed horizontally; creating a naturally clean pattern with a distinctive glassy look that brings a luxurious finish to any interior and/or exterior areas.

In both of its versions, this material provides a clean look with delicate vein, which makes it ideal to compose creative modern and traditional styles with originality and elegance. Macaubas amplifies the room while the originality continues on the décor.

[b]Calacatta Brazil Quartzite[/b]

Highly appreciated in design, Calacatta Brazil is radiant quartzite with unmatched flawless details all over the slabs that transforms any project with distinctiveness and poise. As with any quartzite, its peculiar sheen will provide a special finish to any project in which it is specified.

[b]Perla Venata Quartzite[/b]

Perla Venata has extravagant light hue. Its richness brings inspiration in all combinations and it also comes with spectacular features through its magnificent veined pattern. A sheer splendour and natural luxe by a unique natural stone originally sourced in Brazil.

Quartzite is originally quarried in countries from South America, mainly Brazil and its names vary according to the country in which these are imported.

As an example, Bianco Eclipse is classified as granite in the USA and China but as a quartzite in the UK and Europe. Other factors that make quartzite be called with different names according to the areas in which they are offered, are the different commercial names given by importers and quarries to create an impact with the consumer.

We recommend to get in touch with member of our team as they will be able to provide more information about the different types, name and type of applications in which the different quartzite can be used.