Thicker slabs larger than 3 cm and. Most quartz countertops are made with slabs, which vary in thickness, have several edge styles, and can support an undercounter sink. Prices depend on the quality of the slabs, and most installers use medium to high quality slabs for kitchen countertops. Compared to wood or laminate countertop options, quartz has superior durability that maintains its elegant appearance decade after decade.
Home improvement stores tend to sell medium-quality quartz, while kitchen designers usually sell high-quality products. Some well-known brands of high-end quartz, such as Caesarstone and Cambria, cost more than the generic brands of quartz plates you'll find at home improvement stores. Unlike natural stone countertops such as granite and marble, there are no two quartz slabs that have the same pattern.