Quartzite: Naturally occurring rock
Pros/cons:
Heat resistant
Harder than granite
Need to seal upfront and reseal 1-2 times per year
Looks like marble, but not as soft or porous
Harder, but less expensive than marble and granite
How to clean and maintain quartzite:
Wash with warm soapy water (pH-balanced dish detergent), rinse with clear warm water, dry with soft towel
Also can use another, non-acidic cleanser
Clean up spills immediately
Seal upfront and reseal 1-2 times per year