
Granite is composed of a variety of minerals such as quartz, feldspar, and mica. It forms in hundreds of colors, and is quarried worldwide, but most often from Brazil, Spain, India and China. The only natural stones harder than granite are diamonds, rubies, and sapphires.
Quartz (aka Engineered Stone) is a composite material made of crushed stone bound together by a polymer resin. Typically less porous than natural stone, it is more resistant to mold and mildew… making it a great choice for kitchen countertops or vanity tops.
Most people are familiar with marble. From Greek statues to Roman baths, it has been used for centuries in just about every possible interior and exterior application. It is very popular for fireplaces, countertops, bar-tops, and bathrooms, and comes in a wide range of colors.
Soapstone is quarried like granite and marble. It is a steatite stone and its primary components are magnesite, dolomite, chlorite, and talc. It can range in age from 300 to 400 million years old depending on which part of the planet it is drawn from.