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Choosing the perfect countertop for your kitchen remodel isn’t just about looks—it’s about durability, maintenance, budget, and long-term home value. At The Cabinet Boss, three of the most popular choices we install in Central Ohio homes are granite, quartz, and quartzite. Each offers serious style and function, but which is best for your kitchen?
Let’s break it down.
What is it?
Granite is a 100% natural stone, mined and cut into slabs. Every piece is completely unique, which makes it a favorite for homeowners who want a one-of-a-kind kitchen.
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Best for: Homeowners who love organic texture, warm tones, and timeless style.
What is it?
Quartz is an engineered surface made from natural quartz crystals, pigments, and resin. It offers a clean, modern look with consistent colors and patterns.
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Best for: Modern kitchens, busy households, and anyone who wants beauty and simplicity.
What is it?
Quartzite is a natural stone formed from sandstone and quartz under intense heat and pressure. While it sounds similar to quartz, it’s actually closer to granite in composition and durability—but often looks more like marble.
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Best for: Homeowners who want the upscale, natural look of marble with the toughness of granite.
All three—quartz, granite, and quartzite—are seen as high-end countertops and can increase your home’s resale value. According to remodeling experts, kitchen updates with stone countertops can offer up to a 60–80% return on investment when it’s time to sell.
Feature Granite Quartz Quartzite
Appearance Natural variation Consistent patterns Marble-like natural beauty
Durability Heat- and scratch-resistant Not heat-proof Heat-resistant
Maintenance Needs sealing Low-maintenance Needs sealing
Price Range Mid to high Mid to high High
Resale Value High High High
Best Fit Traditional, rustic, organic Modern, busy homes Luxury, elegant homes
At The Cabinet Boss, we’ll walk you through real granite, quartz, and quartzite samples in our Plain City showroom and help you match the perfect countertop to your cabinets and lifestyle. Whether you're dreaming of a bright white quartz island, a dramatic granite statement, or the luxury of marble-look quartzite, we’ve got you covered.