I dont know if i want a sapphirgon or a rubygon if know which one is better lemme know and why
Mother Nature makes the best quartz counter tops. As far as obtaining a slab, just go to any granite slab yard and pick one out. All quartz and granite slabs are basically produced using the same process. They break off a big square chunk at the quarry (usually in Brazil or Italy) and run that through a saw with multiple blades, kind of like a bread slicer. Each slab that is formed is then sent to a mill where they are polished on one side. They are then shipped out to retailers all over the world. Sometimes, with a rare quartz like Blue Luisa, you can see photos of the slabs at the quarry on the retailer's computer and have him special order that particular piece for you. That's how they order it from the quarry - they look at photos of what's available in what pattern and they order new slabs accordingly.
The term Quartz countertop refers to a class of man-made composite tops. They are virtually identical in structure. Colors vary with brand. Also, all fabricators are not equally skilled, or equally customer-friendly. In my area, I stay clear of Silestone, because the local sources are inferior. Quartz tops are, basically, a blend of the basic make-up of Corian, with small bits of real stone. The problem with quartz is that the surface, like that of Corian, is softer than genuine rock. This softness will translate into wear. An old Corian top looks worn, or dull. Also, granite has a higher perceived value, or market value. To test this, look at residential real estate listings. Compare the ratio of listings that mention granite versus other types of tops. Obviously, real estate brokers have discovered that granite tops are a selling point.
