Being manmade, quartz requires no maintenance, literally. It's heat, scratch, water, chemical and life resistant. Perfect for high traffic areas, and clean up is a breeze, simply wipe the surface with a moist cloth. It look stunning on waterfall islands and stand up to any challenges. The patters and finishes offered create wide possibilities for interesting design solutions. It comes in solid colors and replicates natural stones. There are many quartz companies, who offer different color options, with Cambria being one of the more expensive brands and Pental being more affordable.