Selecting the right materials is key when embarking on a home renovation project. Two popular options that often spring to mind are quartz and ceramic. .
Quartz is an engineered stone made from natural quartz crystals and resin, creating a remarkably durable and low-maintenance surface.
Ceramic, on the other hand, is a type of clay that is fired at high temperatures, creating a strong and versatile material with diverse uses.
Both are well worthy of consideration, depending on the project and its particular specifications.
Read on to learn about key differences and how to choose the best material for your project.
Durability and Resilience
Durability is a key factor when choosing materials for your home. Quartz kitchen worktops are renowned for their exceptional strength and resilience.
The combination of natural quartz and resin creates a surface that is highly resistant to scratches, chips, and cracks, making it an ideal choice for the daily wear and tear of a busy kitchen.
Ceramic, while perhaps not as inherently robust as quartz, is still a durable option, particularly for flooring and wall coverings. The high-temperature firing process makes ceramic tiles strong and damage-resistant.
Landford Stone offers the Oyster Ceramica stone collection, which fuses aesthetic beauty with exceptional durability.
Maintenance, cleaning & uses
Another important consideration is ease of maintenance and cleaning. Quartz worktops are non-porous, unlike some natural stones which require more caution.
Spills can be quickly wiped away without leaving any residue behind. Moreover, quartz is resistant to bacteria and mould growth – perfect for keeping kitchen and bathroom surfaces hygienic.
Landford Stone offers our own Oyster Quartz selection, with superb aesthetics and durability to suit a myriad of projects.
Ceramic boasts all of the above qualities but is also suitable for outdoor use. Ceramic is perfect for outdoor dining surfaces, flooring, wall coverings, facades and staircases. This is due to ceramic being non-absorbent, frost-resistant and unaffected by UV rays!
Aesthetics and Design
Aesthetics are, of course, centrally important to home renovation projects, and both quartz and ceramic offer a wide array of design possibilities.
Quartz stone worktops come in a variety of colours and patterns, ranging from solid hues to realistic stone-like finishes. They can mimic the appearance of natural materials like marble or granite.
Ceramic is also aesthetically diverse, especially for flooring and wall coverings. With countless colours, patterns, and textures available, ceramic can suit virtually any interior or exterior design style.
Both quartz and ceramic offer superb uniformity and exceptional colour precision. When choosing the right colour for your project, it’s important to see the colours in person. We highly recommend visiting us to browse full slabs and speak to our stone experts about your project.
Sustainable choice
For those looking for a more sustainable stone choice, Landford Stone’s own range of ceramic, Oyster Ceramica, is an eco-friendlier alternative to some engineered stones, as it does not use any resins and is mostly made from recycled materials.
Wrapping Up
Ultimately, the choice between quartz and ceramic depends on your specific project requirements, design preferences, and budget. There’s no absolute wrong or right option – both have earned their place as top design materials.
If you’re looking for high-quality quartz or ceramic options for your home renovation, Landford Stone is here to help.
Visit our website or arrange a private visit to our yard to explore the possibilities and take the first step towards transforming your space.
Contact us for more information.
