Composition
Marble is a natural metamorphic rock made mostly of calcite. Every slab is unique. Pakistan produces excellent marbles such as Ziarat White, Badal and Sunny Grey.
Quartz is engineered: around 90–93% crushed natural quartz bonded with resin and pigments, pressed into slabs.
How They Are Formed
Marble forms when limestone is transformed by heat and pressure deep in the earth, then quarried in blocks and cut into slabs. Quartz is manufactured in factories, which allows consistent colour and pattern.
Appearance
Marble has depth, translucency and natural veining that no factory can fully copy. Quartz offers uniform colours and marble-look designs (Calacatta Gold, Carrara White) that look consistent from slab to slab.
Durability and Hardness
Quartz is harder and more resistant to scratches and chips. Marble is softer and can scratch or chip at edges.
Stain Resistance and Porosity
Marble is porous and needs sealing. Haldi, oil and chai can stain it if left. Quartz is non-porous and very stain-resistant.
Heat Resistance
Here marble wins. As a natural stone it tolerates warm pans better. Quartz resin can discolour or crack under very high heat, so trivets are essential.
Ease of Maintenance
Quartz: soap and water, no sealing. Marble: pH-neutral cleaners, regular sealing, quick cleanup of acids — lemon and vinegar etch it.
Accessibility and Cost
Pakistani marble is very affordable and widely available. Imported marble can be expensive. Quartz falls in a mid-to-premium range depending on design.
Which Is Better Where?
- Kitchen counters in a busy home: quartz.
- Floors and staircases: marble (or granite).
- Bathroom vanities: either; quartz is lower maintenance.
- Dining and centre tables: marble for its luxury feel.
- Feature walls: marble or marble-look quartz.
FB Marble's Advice
Many of our clients combine both: quartz in the kitchen, marble on floors and walls. Visit our showroom to compare samples side by side.
Need Help Choosing?
Our team at FB Marble will help you compare samples, check full slabs and plan your project from measurement to installation. Call or WhatsApp +92 323 4148908, or visit fbmarble.com to explore our collections and request free samples.
