quartzite
noun
quartz·ite
ˈkwȯrt-ˌsīt 
: a compact granular rock composed of quartz and derived from sandstone by metamorphism
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The butler’s pantry received a revamp as well, including all new cabinetry, countertops that match the neutral-hued quartzite from the kitchen perimeter, and floating shelves for the owners to display their copper pieces.
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Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Other stones like soapstone, sandstone, and quartzite are more tolerant of lemon juice, but prolonged exposure can cause harm.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 June 2025
The kitchen remodel included repainting cabinets, adding a copper sink and quartzite countertops, and updating the lighting.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The new restaurant is 6,000 square feet, as opposed to the usual 3,000 square feet, and uses natural stoneware and organic textures like travertine, Taj Mahal quartzite and Venetian plaster.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
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Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Other stones like soapstone, sandstone, and quartzite are more tolerant of lemon juice, but prolonged exposure can cause harm.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 June 2025
The kitchen remodel included repainting cabinets, adding a copper sink and quartzite countertops, and updating the lighting.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The new restaurant is 6,000 square feet, as opposed to the usual 3,000 square feet, and uses natural stoneware and organic textures like travertine, Taj Mahal quartzite and Venetian plaster.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025
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quartzite
noun
quartz·ite
ˈkwȯrt-ˌsīt
: a compact grainy rock composed of quartz and made from sandstone by the earth's heat and pressure
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