What temperature does quartz crack?
Manufacturers market quartz as able to withstand temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (one reason it works well as fireplace surrounds). But “thermal shock” can result from placing a hot pan straight from the oven or stovetop onto a cold quartz countertop, which can lead to cracking or discoloring.
Can quartz be damaged by heat?
Quartz is resistant to heat, but if the temperature gets to too high, you can damage your quartz countertop. The resin can only withstand temperatures of around 150 degrees. That means if you are taking a pan out of your oven or a hot pot from your stove, you cannot set it down directly on your quartz countertop.
Does quartz crack easily?
Again, quartz is extremely durable. High-quality quartz is virtually crack-resistant, but lesser quality quartz can crack or shatter if exposed to extreme cold, such as an ice bag left on the counter. Additionally, the sudden impact of dropping heavy objects on quartz countertops may also cause them to crack.
What can I use to protect my quartz countertop from heat?
If you must put something hot on your quartz countertops, use a trivet with padded feet. Pads are important and will prevent the trivet from scratching the quartz surface.
What is a good heat resistant surface?
One of the most heat-resistant countertop materials available today is granite. This natural stone requires extremely high temperatures and high pressure to form. You can place pans straight of the stove or oven on a granite countertop, and you won’t see any marks or stains on the surface.
What material is best for trivets?
There is a huge variety of material when it comes to trivet, you should know your choice of material. Steel or cast iron is the best when it comes to durability, whereas the ones made of silicone are really flexible and light.
How do you protect a countertop from heat?
Instead of putting hot items directly on your wood or laminate countertops, use heat-safe objects to protect the countertop surface and avoid heat damage – a simple heat pad or trivet made of cork, bamboo, silicone, or ceramic, for example, will do the job nicely.