However, you will find that quartz countertops are actually man made and although they consist of 90% quartz, the rest of the countertop is composed of resins, polymers, and various types of pigments.

If you see a rock that is 100% white, it is not granite but more likely a man-made rock that is created to look like granite or a quartz countertop. Black Granite Black 'granite' (Credit: Granix.com) ...

Quartz is an increasingly popular choice for kitchen countertops, and for good reason. Whether you choose sparkling white or a veined variation that looks similar to marble, it's sure to score ...

Maestri Studio makes white cabinets paired with dark countertops look stunning too. In this kitchen, Sherwin Williams Snowbound (SW7004) pops against black granite.