How to go green when choosing countertops. By Katherine Salant. November 20, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. EST. Want the greenest countertop on the market? You're going to have to do a bit of research.

Quartz is very durable and resists stains, scratches, and impact. It can however be damaged by heat, if a hot pot or pan is put directly on the countertop. A trivet is therefor required in these ...

Gucci green, red, and quartz. ... Custom cabinets in a cerulean hue look even better when paired with blue-tinted quartz countertops, as seen in this Bakes & Kropp kitchen. ... Beige on greige.

Unlike granite, quartz countertops are engineered products, made up of over 90% ground-up quartz, usually a byproduct of mining or fabrication. Quartz is a mineral made of silicone dioxide.

If you are loving the quartz countertops in your kitchen but aren't sure how to best complement them, here's a guide on picking the best kitchen paint color.