The strength of the slabs varies according to the material from which it is produced. Some slabs are heat-resistant, some slabs are more scratch-resistant. We have prepared the table below to help you make your decision. Please contact us if you have any further questions.
| GRANITE (SEALED) | QUARTZITE (SEALED) | QUARTZ | SOFT QUARTZITE (SEALED) | MARBLE | SOAPSTONE | LIMESTONE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DURABILITY | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| SCRATCH RESISTANT | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| STAIN RESISTANT | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| CHIP RESISTANT | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| HEAT RESISTANT | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL RESISTANT | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| EASY TO MAINTAIN | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| REPAIR ABILITY | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| NON POROUS (WILL NOT ABSORB MOISTURE) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| RENEWABLE SURFACE | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| REQUIRES PERIODIC SEALING | YES | YES | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| MANUFACTURER WARRANTY | INQUIRE | INQUIRE | YES | INQUIRE | NO | NO | NO |
* INQUIRE : Check with fabricator for availability.