Very few quartzite that are currently on the market are true quartzite, and are actually technically marbles. Below are some facts to know when dealing with quartzite.
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A misconception is quartzite is stronger than marble, when in reality many scratch, etch and stain as easily as marble
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Numerous popular quartzite colors actually have the same properties as marble, making them just as delicate, and thus should be sold as a marble, to manage expectations
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These popular colors contain calcium carbonate, making the stone “soft”, which qualifies a stone as a marble
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Popular soft quartzite colors that are technically marbles include Super White, Fantasy Brown & Everest
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Honed and leathered finishes can help mask scratching and etching, but do not prevent marking
