The Most Popular Quartz Countertop Brands And Which To Consider For Your Home

Having a kitchen or bathroom remodeled can be an exciting time for a homeowner, especially when it comes to selecting the countertop material. Quartz is a popular choice, and for good reason. It's durable, resistant to stains, and easy to clean. If a new kitchen or bathroom is in your future, you might have already decided on quartz. The next factor to consider is brand, and there are a lot to choose from, which can make the decision-making process a bit challenging. A few of the most popular brands include Cambria, Caesarstone, and HanStone, and they all have several factors to consider.

Although all quartz countertops share similarities, when you start comparing brands, you'll find differences like warranty coverage and length, color and design options, and, of course, differing costs. Some brands offer a lifetime limited warranty while others offer only 10 years of coverage, and some offer more than 100 style options while others offer half that amount. In terms of price, expect to pay $50 to $100 (or more) per square foot, regardless of which of the aforementioned brands you choose.

For many shoppers, one of the most important factors that drives purchasing decisions is the overall appearance and feeling of a countertop. Cambria offers more than 200 design options, which can be viewed online. They range from the classics to contemporary in both dark and light colors, including shades of blue, green, and brown. Finish options include polished, matte, and luxe, with a thickness of 2 or 3 cm. Slab sizes come in the standard 55.5 x 122 inches and a larger 65.5 x 132-inch size.

If buying American products is important to you, you'll be happy to know that Cambria is an American company based in Minnesota. Plus, the website claims that every Cambria purchase puts 95% of the expenses back into the U.S. economy. Speaking of costs, the website describes the brand as "exceptionally pure natural quartz," so that serves as a hint of the price tag. Expect to dish out about $65-90 per square foot. You can find a list of Cambria retailers on the Where to Buy page, or visit your local The Home Depot, for more specific pricing.

Another factor worthy of consideration when weighing brand choices is the warranty. Cambria stands behind its promise of selling only high-quality, durable countertops and offers a transferable full lifetime warranty. This can be an asset in the future, should you decide to sell your home. The warranty covers manufacturing defects, only if the countertop is installed by Cambria-approved professionals.

Caesarstone is another popular quartz countertop brand, but unlike Cambria, this company was founded in Israel. However, it now manufactures quartz countertops in both Israel and the U.S. (in Georgia). Comparable to Cambria, Caesterstone surfaces include more than 90% natural quartz minerals, so expect a similar price tag – between $50 and $100 per square foot. You can find slabs at The Home Depot, Lowe's, and other premier retailers, which you can find on the Where to Buy page of the Caesarstone website.

In terms of design and color, there are only a fraction of the options compared to Cambria, but there are still dozens from which to choose. The Caesarstone website lists 52 color options, most of which are neutral colors, but several dark gray and black options are also available. Some styles have a mixture of complementary dark and light colors. In terms of finish, many styles come with a polished, satin, or matte finish. Slabs are 2 cm or 3 cm thick and come in the standard size (56.5 x 120 inches) and a jumbo size of 64.5 x 131.5 inches.

While these features may sound nice, a product is only as good as its warranty, right? Like Cambria, Caesarstone offers a lifetime warranty on defects, but only on countertops installed by Caesarstone-authorized professionals. Unlike Cambria, Caesarstone's warranty isn't transferable; it's valid only for the original purchaser/homeowner.

Like Cambria, HanStone quartz countertops are made in North America (in Ontario, Canada). They also cost roughly the same at about $55 to $95 per square foot, making Caesarstone the brand with the most affordable slab options. You can find HanStone dealers and showrooms by visiting the Find a Dealer page of the HanStone website.

Although HanStone offers a variety of unique patterns, finishes, and aesthetic options, it offers the least amount of total color and design options, compared to Cambria and Caesarstone, with just over 40 choices. You can choose from white, warm, cool, vibrant, gray, and black varieties. Most slabs are available in the jumbo size of 65 x 130 inches, which is a little smaller than the largest size that both Cambria and Caestarstone offer.

HanStone's warranty is comparable to that of the other two brands. The residential lifetime limited warranty is valid for only the original buyer; only Cambria's is transferable from homeowner to homeowner. In addition, HanStone's warranty seems to have the most exclusions, compared to the other two brands, which may sway your purchasing decision. But regardless of which option you choose, all three brands offer high-quality natural quartz countertops with dozens of style options and a lifetime warranty. The primary differences lie with the country of origin, price, and number of style options.