关于石英台面
石英是一种天然矿物，可以被加工成用于台面的工程石英板。石英是市场上最受欢迎的台面材料之一，拥有出色的耐用性、低维护性以及丰富的颜色和设计选择。
耐久性
Quartz is one of the hardest and strongest minerals on Earth, only a few degrees behind Diamonds, which is the hardest mineral on Earth. Quartz Countertops are your most durable option for New Stone Countertops. Scratch-Resistant, Chip Resistant, and Stain Resistant without ever having to Seal your Countertops.
维护
如上所述，石英台面从来不需要密封。这意味着你永远不需要重新密封台面，或者真正维护石英台面。只需用温和的肥皂和水擦拭污垢和污垢，完全不需要特殊清洁剂！
关于Soapstone台面
Soapstone is a 天然石材, quarried from the Earth most commonly in Brazil, America, and India. 皂石台面 are made up of two Minerals, Steatite and Talc.
皂石台面
Are 皂石台面 Durable? Yes and No. Unlike most other 天然石材 Countertops like Granite, Marble or Quartzite, 皂石台面 are pretty stain resistant. As mentioned above, 皂石台面 are highly resistant to acid damage. This means common household cleaning products and food items like vinegar, lemon juice, tomatoes, and such won’t damage the countertop. However, with 皂石台面 you can expect them to scratch, as they are composed with Talc, and Talc is one of the softest minerals on Earth. To combat this, you can use some sandpaper to smooth out the scratches, however you might experience a slight change in the finish of the Countertops.
维护
A Big Question people ask is, Do 皂石台面 Need to be Sealed or Maintainanced? The answer is No, 皂石台面 Never need to be Sealed… Ever! However, that’s not to say that 皂石台面 are 维护 Free, like Quartz. Over time 皂石台面 do require 维护 to keep the stone’s appearance looking amazing. A big thing that Soapstone Countertop Owners do to maintain the stone is applying Mineral Oil to the surface, allowing it to sit, and then wiping away the excess. This helps make the Soapstone shine, as well as hide any stains or light spots.
石英与皂石：哪个更贵？
Another Question that is Asked frequently when discussing Quartz vs 皂石台面 is: Are 皂石台面 Expensive? In short, yes. Because of the inherent stain resistance and need for minimal maintenance, 皂石台面 will run you more money than a traditional Granite Countertop. When Comparing Quartz vs Soapstone Pricing, Soapstone is Comparable to Quartz Pricing. You can expect to pay anywhere from $100 – $230 per square foot for New 皂石台面.
