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Engineered Quartz Countertops: Pros and Cons for these Trendy Kitchen Additions



Each year brings with it a set of unique trends that push a few materials and finishes up the popularity chart and some down the ladder. Of course, change of eras, popular styles and lifestyle also lead to a dramatic change in the most popular kitchen finishes. The last few years have seen kitchens across the world turn to engineered quartz when it comes to stylish, elegant and durable kitchen countertops that easily cut across styles. Much like wood and marble, they definitely rank among the top kitchen countertops this year and show absolutely no sign of slowing down.
Colorful kitchen islands and cabinets are beautifully combined with quartz countertops in here [From: Sherwin Hall]

For those unfamiliar with it, engineered quartz is probably one of the most common finishes of recent times and beyond kitchen and bathroom countertops, it is extensively use for floors in commercial establishments, malls and airports. Thanks to its lustrous sheen, it definitely makes an impact no matter where it goes. But is engineered quartz right for your kitchen" How does it fit in with the other elements of the kitchen" And what exactly is engineered quartz… Step in to discover all the answers along with ample inspiration! What is Engineered Quartz"
Understanding engineered quartz is pretty easy for even those not too keen on exploring deeper aspects of kitchen finishes. It is basically particles of natural quartz that are mixed with a variety of resins, polym...
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