I had granite when my kitchen was remodeled 4 yrs ago but the whole main floor was flooded due to a broken filter in the ice maker while I was gone south for awhile. Kitchen cabinets had to be replaced due to mold but the counter tops got broken when cabinets had to be replaced. I now have Quartz after being told it does not require yearly maintenance (sealing) like granite does. It's just as beaut as granite & everybody assumes it is. I'm so happy with it.