Marble Countertops
Quartz Countertops
PROS
- Natural stone
- Offers traditional elegance
- Does not emit radon
- Helps resale value
CONS
- Cannot be chosen from a sample
- Tends to darken slightly with age
- Will not match well at seams
- Somewhat more expensive
- Porous and softer
- Some chemicals will damage the finish
- Needs sealing and resealing
- Shows etching and watermarks
- Not for outdoor use
PROS
- Consistent in color and pattern
- Easier to match seams during installation
- More heat resistant
- Non-porous
- Easier to maintain
- Never needs sealing
- Emits little to no radon
- Good for resale value
CONS
- Will yellow if exposed to direct sunlight
- Heavier and more difficult to install
- Not for outdoor use
- Labor for installation costs slightly more
