With its durability and wide style variety, quartz is a popular kitchen countertop material. The engineered stone is also easy to maintain because bacteria and liquids can’t seep into its nonporous surface. But these advantages don't have to be limited to the kitchen; stone slabs and tiles can be incorporated elsewhere in the home beyond countertops. Here are some creative ways to take advantage of quartz in interior design.

4 Ways to Incorporate Quartz into Your Home

1. Backsplash

Quartz makes an attractive, long-lasting, stain- and heat-resistant backsplash material. Tiles will provide a classic backsplash look, while a stone slab can create a more dramatic result to serve as the room’s focal point. A slab also creates a sense of continuity and flow that makes small kitchens seem bigger. 

2. Shelves

With their considerable strength, quartz shelves provide unique storage and display space for weighty objects, such as heavy books and medium-sized sculptures. Slabs in white, black, or gray can complement any living room, den, or home office with their neutral yet stylish look. But there are also slabs in blue, red, and green hues to provide pops of color in a contemporary arrangement.

3. Shower Surround

Cleaning your shower will be easier than ever with walls of quartz. Its nonporous surface resists mold and mildew growth while making it easy to remove shampoo and soap scum. A stone shower surround also creates a luxurious look and feel, turning your bathroom into a private spa. 

4. Flooring 

Quartz flooring contributes to eye-catching entryways, bathrooms, and kitchens. It also provides a low-maintenance surface since spills wipe up easily and there are no pores to harbor bacteria and mold spores. Unlike hardwood, quartz doesn't require periodic sealing, and it easily withstands daily foot traffic and the weight of heavy objects. The stone is also slip-resistant to create safer entry, bathing, and cooking spaces; its aggregate, or grain pieces, between epoxy coating layers provide traction. 

Purchase stone slabs or tiles for your home at Selective Stone, the Honolulu, HI-based stonework company serving the state since 1999. You'll find products that suit your aesthetic and budget in their wide selection. Plus, the company always delivers their high-quality products on time. Call (808) 839-2979 to discuss your home improvement needs, or visit the website to check out their quartz offerings. You can also read the latest reviews on Yelp.