Granite worktops hold up well with an annual reseal, which guards against staining from oil, wine and daily kitchen use. Quartz needs no such upkeep, staying low maintenance with a simple wipe down. For commercial spaces or larger households where the surface sees more use, that can make quartz the more practical option, while granite continues to appeal to those who want a natural, one of a kind finish. A soft cloth is all you need day to day, abrasive scourers can mark both surfaces eventually.

