Pricing chart of Quartz

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The interesting world of quartz, one of the most popular and most diverse jewelry pieces of the jewelry industry. Whether you are an expert collector, a first-time purchaser or a mere fan who likes to learn more about it, it is paramount to understand what makes the price of quartz change. What is the price chart of quartz, and what makes this gem stone one of the workhorse of collections worldwide? These are some questions we will discuss in this guide.

The Basics of Quartz

Quartz is a mineral that is made up of silicon and oxygen atoms in an endless structure of silicon oxygen tetrahedra consisting of SiO4. Its crystal structure is what makes it have a great number of colors and shapes such as such popular crystal clear quartz, amethyst, citrine, and rose quartz. Quartz is a natural material and therefore it is used heavily in making jewelry due to its richness and longevity.

Majority of the homeowners indicate spending between 3000-7500 on their whole quartz countertop project where larger countertops or such high-end designs may cost them even more. Such prices are an indication of the quality, durability and beauty that has made quartz so popular.

Quartz Countertop Cost vs. Other Materials

What is the comparison between the quartz and other countertop materials? Let’s break it down:

Granite is one of the countertops that cost around 40 to 100 dollars per square foot when installed. A natural stone like granite needs frequent sealing and maintenance processes, unlike quartz which is of similar price.

The price of a marble countertop is about between 65 and 105 per square mile. Marble is less resistant to etching and staining than quartz, although marble will always be the most classy.

Laminate countertops come at an inexpensive price of $20- 50 per square foot. They are cheaper, however, they do not have the longevity and aesthetic qualities of engineered stone such as quartz.

To make a straight comparison of direct cost per square foot:

Material

Price per square foot installed.

Quartz

$50-$120

Granite

$40-$100

Marble

$65-$105

Laminate

$20-$50

Issues that influence the cost of quartz countertops

There are a few deciding factors that will determine the price you will pay on quartz counter tops:

Quality and Brand of Quartz

The quality of the quartz differs among the manufacturers. The higher-quality brands, such as Caesarstone, Silestone, and Cambria tend to be more expensive, however, they are more durable and have more patterns that cannot be found in cheaper brands.

Quartz of higher quality usually contains:

• More consistent coloring

• Greater chip and scratch resistance.

• More distinctive patterns and designs.

• Stronger warranties

• Countertop Thickness

Quartz countertop can be supplied in various thicknesses with 2cm (3/4 inch) and 3cm (1/4 inch) being the standard. The thicker slabs are more expensive but have more durability. Thicker slabs may be a good investment in busy kitchens.

Kitchen counters that can be used by many homeowners are 3cm in thickness, whereas bathroom vanities have been known to use 2cm slabs. Other ultra-luxury designs have jumbo slabs or thicker designs in order to make a big statement.

Countertop Edges

The profile of the edge that you choose influences the cost of installation. Strauss edges are the cheapest, with some more elaborate ones such as bullnose, half bullnose, ogee or slightly rounded edges, which increase the cost.

The complicated edge treatments take more labor and special equipment hence raising your overall cost. A simple relaxed edge may not contribute to your quote, whereas a complex waterfall edge can contribute $1000 or more.

Color and Design Complexity

Colors and patterns of quartz countertop vary in simplicity and uniformity of designs to complex designs resembling natural stone. Dark quartz countertops that have distinct patterns or veining like marble generally are more expensive as a result of the production.

Single colors and plain designs tend to be on the low side of the price scale, whereas multi-coloured designs or patterns of different designs that have many colors or intricate veining tend to be priced highly.

Installation Complexity

The cost of installation also plays a major role towards your final cost. Some of the factors which may inflate the cost of installation include:

• Awkward angles or curves

• Multiple seams

• Sinkouts, faucet outs, or appliance outs.

• Kitchen islands that have special supports.

• Quartz matching backsplash installation.

• Removal of old countertops

Countertops will be simple and rectangular with minimal cutouts, which will be cheaper to install than complex layouts comprising several sections or special features.

Square Footage

As might be expected, bigger countertops are more expensive just because they require more material. Square footage was computed on the total surface area which could include any overhangs or vertical surfaces in waterfall edges.

Kitchen islands will add a lot of extra square feet and that is why you should take this into account when planning your budget. The minimum charges charged by most fabricators does not depend on size and therefore a very small project may still incur a large cost per square foot.

De-escalating the Price: Material vs. Labor.

In estimating the cost of quartz countertops, it is useful to determine how the price is composed of the cost of materials and labor:

Material Costs

Quartz slabs normally take 60-70 percent of your total project cost. The cost of materials, alone, is between 30 and 90 dollars per square foot, depending on quality, color, and brand.

• Cost influencing factors of materials include:

• Brand reputation

• Quartz composition and quality.

• Design complexity

• Thickness of slabs

• Present market situation of raw materials.

• Labor Costs

Quartz countertops should be installed by professional persons. Costs of labor will be around 20-40 per square foot per 30-40% of the entire cost of your project.