Engineered Quartz · multi-brand
Engineered Quartz
Countertops
Engineered quartz combines natural quartz crystals (90–94%) with polymer resins to create non-porous, scratch-resistant surfaces. Over 500 colors and patterns across premium brands — Caesarstone, Cambria, Silestone, MSI Q, Q-Premium Natural, Vicostone, and more — backed by lifetime residential warranties from most manufacturers. Fabricated and installed by Absolute GM from our Kirkland facility for kitchens, bathrooms, and commercial projects across the greater Seattle area.
Engineered Quartz at a Glance
Engineered quartz — premium surfaces from 10+ brands
Engineered quartz pioneered the modern countertop category nearly four decades ago — combining natural quartz with advanced manufacturing to deliver surfaces that never need sealing and last a lifetime.
Founded in 1987 in Sdot Yam, Israel, engineered quartz has grown into one of the world’s most recognized quartz surface brands. Their engineered quartz is made primarily from natural quartz — one of the hardest minerals on earth — combined with pigments and polymer resins under intense vibro-compression and kiln curing. The result is a non-porous, scratch-resistant, stain-resistant surface backed by a lifetime residential warranty.
With 500+ colors across premium tiers (Caesarstone, Cambria, Silestone) and value tiers (MSI Q, Vicostone, Q-Premium Natural), engineered quartz offers everything from clean whites and marble looks to bold industrials and warm organics. Several brands now offer crystalline silica-free formulations — surfaces made with up to 85% recycled content. At Absolute GM we fabricate every quartz slab in our own Kirkland shop using STONEEX digital templating and CNC equipment — ensuring sub-millimeter accuracy from template to installation.
Most requested quartz brands in our showroom
These are the engineered quartz brands our clients select most frequently. Each links to a detailed product page with close-up imagery and pricing. Full catalog in our product library →
Browse the complete quartz brand catalog — Caesarstone, Cambria, Silestone, MSI Q, Metropolitan, Whitelight, Dark, and ICON collections — with individual product pages, finish options, and installed pricing.
What makes engineered quartz different — and what we add
Engineered quartz vs. other countertop surfaces
How engineered quartz compares to granite, marble, porcelain, and sintered stone we carry. All are fabricated in-house at Absolute GM with the same quality process.
| Feature | Engineered Quartz | Granite | Marble | Porcelain | Sintered Stone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Composition | 90–94% natural quartz + resins | 100% natural igneous stone | 100% natural metamorphic stone | Ceramic clay + minerals (fired) | Sintered minerals (no resin) |
| Price range | $55–$120 / sq ft | $50–$110 / sq ft | $80–$200 / sq ft | $80–$140 / sq ft | $90–$180 / sq ft |
| Sealing required | Never | Annual | Every 6–12 months | Never | Never |
| Heat resistance | Up to ~300°F (use trivet) | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Scratch resistance | High | High | Low | Very high | Very high |
| Stain resistance | Excellent | Good (when sealed) | Poor | Excellent | Excellent |
| Color consistency | Engineered — consistent | Natural variation | Natural variation | Engineered — consistent | Engineered — consistent |
| UV / outdoor use | Most brands: indoor only | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | All-around kitchens & baths | Heat-heavy kitchens, outdoor | Statement pieces, baths | Modern, large-format, outdoor | Outdoor & heavy-duty surfaces |
Estimate your quartz project cost
Enter your countertop dimensions for an instant ballpark range. Quartz pricing starts at $55/sq ft installed. For a detailed quote with AI photo analysis, use our full quote calculator →
Quartz countertops — FAQ
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Engineered quartz countertops in Seattle — fabricated and installed by Absolute GM
Absolute GM is an independent countertop fabricator serving Greater Seattle and Puget Sound from our facility in Kirkland, WA. We fabricate every quartz slab in-house using STONEEX digital templating and CNC equipment. Engineered quartz is a premium engineered quartz surface — non-porous, scratch-resistant, stain-resistant, and backed by a lifetime residential warranty. Their new Multi-Brand collection is crystalline silica-free with ~85% recycled content.
Engineered quartz countertops are available in 500+ colors across the Supernatural, Classico, Metropolitan, Whitelight, Dark, and ICON collections. Popular colors in our showroom include Calacatta Nuvo, Statuario Maximus, Organic White, Frosty Carrina, Empira White, and Piatra Grey. Engineered quartz countertops cost $55–$120 per square foot installed, depending on color selection and project complexity. We serve Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Bothell, Shoreline, Mercer Island, Issaquah, and surrounding areas. Template to installation in 10–14 business days. Contact us for a free quartz consultation or to schedule a slab viewing.