What is Quartzite?

Quartzite is a natural stone that forms when sandstone is subjected to high heat and pressure over time—usually deep within the earth. Here’s what you need to know about it:

  • Composition: Mostly quartz (a very hard mineral), fused together so tightly that it becomes extremely dense and durable.

  • Appearance: It looks similar to marble but with more sparkle and crystal-like shimmer. It comes in whites, grays, beiges, and sometimes bold colors depending on mineral content.

  • Uses: Popular for countertops, flooring, and wall cladding. It’s a favorite in kitchens and bathrooms because it’s harder than granite and very scratch-resistant.

  • Care: Doesn’t etch like marble, but still needs sealing to prevent stains.

Quartzite

  • Type: Natural stone

  • Look: Often resembles marble with soft veining and sparkle

  • Durability: Extremely hard and scratch-resistant (harder than granite)

  • Heat Resistance: Excellent

  • Maintenance: Needs sealing to prevent staining

  • Etching: Doesn’t etch like marble, but still slightly porous

Quartzite (from German: Quarzit):

A hard, non-foliated metamorphic rock which was originally pure quartz sandstone. Sandstone is converted into quartzite through heating and pressure usually related to tectonic compression within orogenic belts.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quartzite

Sign Up For A Troy Granite Free Estimate

Select Your Nearest Location (within 60 miles) to see the current special and Schedule A Free Estimate

*Maryland, New Jersey, & Chester County residents use Delaware location*

Newark Troy Granite

(302) 292 1750
711 Interchange Blvd. Newark, DE 19711

Open 7 Days

M - F: 9:00 am –  5:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sun: By Appointment Only (Call Ahead of time, please)

 

 

Pittsburgh Troy Granite

(412) 446 1060
484 Lowries Run Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15237

M – F: 8:30am – 6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Sun: Closed

 

 

Harrisburg Troy Granite

(717) 918 3315
3617 Simpson Ferry Rd. Camp HILL, PA 17011

M – F: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sat: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Sun: Closed