Everything you need to kick off your countertop project.
Hundreds of slabs in stock across every surface type.
From first measure to final polish, we handle it all.
Tools and guides to help you every step of the way.
Serving the South Puget Sound for over 20 years.
Home / Countertops / Quartzite
Natural stone · REMARKABLE STRENGTH
Quartzite gives you the soft veining people love about marble in a natural stone hard enough for a working kitchen — and UV-resistant to direct sun without fading.
Why homeowners choose Quartzite
Quartzite starts as sandstone and is recrystallized by heat and pressure into one of the hardest stones you can put in a kitchen. It resists scratching and staining, tolerates heat, and holds its color in sunlight — which makes it a strong choice for bright kitchens and covered outdoor spaces.
Colors run from pale whites and soft greys through warm taupes to deep near-blacks, often with the flowing veining that reads like marble from across the room. Because the good slabs are rare, quartzite usually prices above granite and quartz — and because every slab differs, it is worth choosing yours in person.
Built to last
Harder than granite on the Mohs scale, so it shrugs off scratches and daily abrasion.
Holds its color in direct sunlight and tolerates hot cookware without scorching.
Flowing movement and soft color, with far more durability than true marble.
A sealer at installation and periodic re-treating keeps the surface stain resistant.
Pale whites through deep blacks, with blues, greens and taupes in between.
Dramatic movement that pays off on waterfall islands and full-height backsplashes.
Quartzite gallery
A look at recent quartzite installs across the South Sound — from quiet neutrals to dramatic movement.
Countertop & slab materials
We work with every local supplier in the South Sound to put your perfect surface within reach.
Engineered for style, low-maintenance living and lasting stain resistance.
Durable, affordable natural stone with timeless beauty and heat resistance.
Luxurious natural stone with unique veining and remarkable strength.
Smooth, non-porous and heat-resistant — a favorite that ages beautifully.
Free download
Read through our Countertop Buying Guide to learn about materials, edge styles, fixtures and much more before you ever step into the showroom.
Design before you commit
Get a feel for your remodel — materials, colors and textures — with the free MSI visualizer, then visit our Lacey design center to see the real slab.
Good to know
Straight answers about sealing, hardness, pricing and how quartzite differs from marble.
No, and the names cause real confusion. Quartzite is natural stone quarried in slabs, with one-of-a-kind veining and a need for periodic sealing. Quartz is an engineered product made from ground stone and resin, with consistent pattern and no sealing. They look different, cost differently and wear differently.
Yes. Quartzite is porous, so we apply a professional-grade sealer at installation and recommend re-treating periodically. A simple test: drop a little water on the surface and watch — if the stone darkens within a few minutes, it is time to reseal.
Generally yes. Most quartzite rates harder than granite, which is why it stands up so well to scratching. Hardness is not the same as indestructible, though — any natural stone can chip on an edge if struck hard enough.
Supply and workability. Premium quartzite is rarer than granite, and its hardness means slower cutting, more blade wear and more skilled fabrication time. You are paying for a scarcer slab and the extra work it takes to shape it.
Yes. Its UV stability and heat resistance make it well suited to covered outdoor kitchens and bars in the Pacific Northwest. We will help you choose a color and finish that handles sun and moisture.
Quartzite reading
Quartzite vs. Porcelain: Why Natural Stone Defines Luxury in 2026 As we move into 2026, luxury design is undergoing a transformation. Homeowners are no longer chasing whatever simply looks expensive—they want materials that feel expensive: natural, timeless, and full of
Ready to see it in person?
Browse hundreds of granite slabs in our Lacey showroom and leave with a firm, all-in installed price.
