13 January Quartzites: everything you need to know

You've probably heard that quartzite is a great option when it comes to countertops or skirting boards, right? But do you know why? In this article, you'll learn more about this great product. Brazilian success in the stone market.

O quartzite It is formed by pure or nearly pure quartz sandstone, under heating and pressure. The sand grains fuse and recrystallize, cemented together by silica. Most quartzites contain 90% quartz by volume, but the percentage can reach 99% in the case of the purest forms of quartzite.

As we show in the article Explaining Quartzite and Marble, the initial step in the natural development of the quartzite structure is directly related to its level of moisture absorption, toughness, scratch resistance and other properties that must be considered when choosing stones for specific project applications.

Resistance

As described in the article What are hard marbles?, “in the field of Mineralogy, to quantify the hardness of a mineral, the Mohs Scale is used, developed by the German mineralogist Friedrich Mohs in 1812 and is made up of 10 minerals classified in order of hardness”.

You don’t need to be a geology expert to understand the hardness and durability of natural stones, specifically quartzite. Quartzite is generally rated at 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness, meaning it’s harder than a knife blade, for example. So you can use it for countertops or kitchen tables.

waterproofing

Another super important characteristic of quartzite is its impermeability.

This stone practically does not absorb liquids, which makes it very resistant to stains.

That's why quartzite is a smart option for bathrooms, laundry areas, and other humid environments. And when sealed, it can provide even more resistance.

Style

While some quartzites are better suited for indoor and decorative uses, almost all are excellent options for outdoor spaces. Some have crystals in their structure, making them virtually transparent, giving them an elegant look when used in backlighting.

As a natural stone, it is often found in whites and grays, with occasional beiges as the base color. When iron oxides and other minerals dominate, quartzite takes on shades of pink and red, blends of blues and yellows, and aqua green. Some of it comes in purple, brown, and black—all thanks to different minerals that existed when the sandstone was undergoing metamorphosis.

After this interesting article about this incredible natural stone, the only question that remains is: which quartzite? Zucchi Will you choose? We have a wide range of quartzites, marbles and granites available and you can check them out in our online stock clicking here. Or, if you prefer to contact our sales team, send an email to: offer@zucchistones.com.