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Quartzite & marble, book-matched to perfection.
Natural stone with movement you can't manufacture, fabricated with the precision that luxury stone deserves.
Is quartzite & marble right for you?
Quartzite is a natural metamorphic stone formed when sandstone is transformed by heat and pressure. It's harder than granite, very heat resistant and often looks like marble, which has made it the material of choice for high-end kitchens and waterfall islands.
Marble is softer and more delicate. It can etch from acidic foods and develops a patina over time, but nothing matches its glow. We also fabricate limestone, soapstone and slate for clients who want something truly different.
With natural stone, how the slab is cut matters as much as the slab itself. That's where our vein-matching process comes in.
- Maintenance
- Moderate
- Sealing
- Yes
- Heat
- Very good
- Outdoors
- Quartzite: yes
Where quartzite & marble shines
- Statement islands and waterfalls
- Full-height slab backsplashes
- Mitered edges and thick profiles
- Shower walls and benches
- Clients who want a one-of-a-kind look
Care & maintenance
Use pH-neutral stone cleaners. Seal regularly. Wipe up acidic spills quickly, especially on marble, which can etch. Many clients love the patina marble develops over time.
Brands: Quartzite, marble, limestone, soapstone and slate from MSI, Arizona Tile, Bedrosians and other suppliers.
Quartzite & Marble countertop questions
Is quartzite the same as quartz?
No. Quartzite is a natural stone; quartz is engineered. Quartzite is harder and more heat resistant, but it needs periodic sealing.
Will marble stain or etch?
Marble can etch from acids like lemon juice and wine, and it can stain if not sealed. Some clients love the patina; others prefer quartzite or a marble-look quartz or porcelain.
What is a mitered edge?
Two pieces are cut at 45° and joined so the countertop looks like one thick block of stone, with the veining continuing over the edge. It takes precise fabrication. Our clients describe the seams as less than a hairline.
Ready to see quartzite & marble in person?
Visit our Rialto shop, see slabs in person, and get a free, detailed estimate. Most estimates are turned around quickly. Call (626) 335-3367 or send your project details online.