In this blog post, we will dive into the details of quartzite cost per square foot, which includes a price breakdown into the material, shipping, and fabrication-installation costs. This will help you figure out what you can expect price-wise when working with this beautiful natural stone material for your home renovation or construction project.
Average Cost of Quartzite Per Square Foot And Breakdown Of The Price
You can purchase absolutely stunning quartzite slab that would cost you $10-30$ just a raw slab with 17mm thickness. The price might be higher for thicker slabs, averaging $35-$40 per square foot for 20mm and 30-mm thick slabs. The price does not include shipping, cutting, and installation costs. The size of the slabs is usually 6 square meters, which is 64.5 square feet. Hence, you should expect to pay $3000-$3500 per slab.
The cost of the slab ($10-$30 and $35-$40) is based on price research on StoneContact which is one of the largest platforms that connects stone suppliers and buyers all over the world. The shipping cost greatly depends on the location you are buying the slab from and where it needs to be shipped. Most of the suppliers offer FOB CFR, CIF, EXW, DDP, DDU, Express Delivery shipping.
Shipping costs from China to US
I contacted to this supplier on Stonecontact and asked about cost of shipping and whether or not the price stated on the website included cutting costs. According to the reply, the expected cost of shipping is $1300-$1500 for shipping the quartzite slab and it will take 18-19 days from Xiamen port, China to Los Angeles, USA.
After shipping costs, you should expect around $45-$60 per sq.ft, and count an additional $40-$60 for fabrication costs. Quartzite fabrication costs more compared to other types of natural stones. The reason is that quartzite is much harder to cut and work with, it takes twice as much time to fabricate as, for example, soft marble, and costs more to the fabricators in terms of cutting blades.
In total, it sums up to $90-$120 per square foot.
Quartzite slabs usually come in polished finishes. If you want to have a different finish, such as leather or honed (which are so trendy now), you should expect to pay additional $10-$15 per square foot just to refinish the slab.
Basically, you have two options: source the slab locally, or ship it from different parts of the world (mainly, Brazil, India, China, Italy). If you go for the second option, Stone Contact is definitely worth checking and researching. Some of the suppliers offer not only raw slabs, but also fabrication before shipping. Try to negotiate.
Quartzite countertop price based on different parameters
Here is an example of what a supplier from Stone Contact would offer:
| 1. material: | Quartzite |
| 2. color: | — |
| 3. finish: | polished, honed, antique, sandblasted etc. |
| 4. available sizes: | slab: 2400up x 1200up x 15mm, 2400up x 1200up x 20mm, 2400up x 1200up x 30mm etc. |
| tile: | 305 x 305 x 10mm, 305 x 610 x 10mm, 610 x 610 x 10mm etc. |
| cut-to-size: | 457 x 457 x 10mm, 300 x 300 x 20mm, 300 x 600 x 20mm, 600 x 600 x 20mm etc. |
| stair: | 1100-1500 x 300-330 x 20/30mm, 1100-1500 x 140-160 x 20mm etc. |
| countertop: | Rectangular Kitchen Countertop: 26″ x 96″, 26″ x 98″, 28″ x 108″ Curved Kitchen Countertop: 36″ x 78″, 39″ x 78″, 28″ x 78″ Kitchen Table Top: 72″ x 39″, 96″ x 39″;Kitchen Bar Top: 12″ x 78″, 15″ x 78″. Normal Thickness: 3/4″, 1 1/2″, 1 3/16″ Edge Finished: Eased, Beveled, Bullnose, Ogee, Cove, Laminated and non-laminated edge etc. |
| sink: | 500 x 410 x 190mm, 430 x 350 x 195mm etc. |
| mosaic: | 300 x 300 x 8mm, 457 x 457 x 8mm, 610 x 610 x 10mm etc. |
| 5. packing: | slab: plastic inside + strong seaworthy wooden bundle outside |
| tile: | foam inside + strong seaworthy wooden crates with reinforced straps outside |
| countertop: | foam inside + strong seaworthy wooden crates with reinforced straps outside |
| sink/ mosaic/ cut-to-size: | foam & carton box inside + strong seaworthy wooden crates with reinforced straps outside |
| 6. lead time: | During 10 days for first one container after receiving the deposit |
| 7. MOQ | We can accept wholesale and retail. No limit for quantity. But, the more quantity, the lower price. |
| 8. payment terms: | 30% DEPOSIT, BALANCE WILL BE T/T AT SIGHT AGAINST FAXING COPY OF B/L, western union, irrevocable 100% L/C at sight |
| 9. samples: | free samples are available |
| 10. usage: | residential |
Average cost range for different types of quartzite
The average cost range for quartzite greatly differs based on the type of quartzite. Here are the ten most popular quartzite types / quartzite colors and what you should expect to pay per square foot just for a raw slab, before shipping, installation, and fabrication:
| Type | Thickness | Surface | Grade | Ships From | Price Per Sq.meter |
| Taj Mahal | 18mm | polished | A | Brazil | $180 |
| Taj Mahal | 20mm | polished | A | Brazil | $188 |
| Taj Mahal | 20mm | Polished | A | Brazil | $206 |
| Sea Pearl | 30mm | Polished | – | Brazil | $228 |
| White Macaubas | 20mm | Polished | – | Brazil | $160 |
| Macaubas Fantasy | 20mm | Polished | – | XIAMEN-China | $130 |
| White Macaubas | 18mm | polished | A | XIAMEN PORT-China | $230 |
| Amazon Green Luxury | 20mm | polished | A | XIAMEN PORT-China | $200 |
| Brazil Mont Blanc | 18mm | Polished | A | Brazil | $66 |
| Azul Macaubas | 20mm | polished | A | XIAMEN PORT-China | $200 |
If you feel more comfortable with foot values, here is the calculator:
Quartzite Price Conversion Calculator
Of course, you can get different types of quartzite at different price points. For example, the cheapest one I have seen during my research is Natural Azul Boquira Quarztite The slabs are 240X120cm with 2cm thickness and you can get it for around 40 Dollars for Square Meter.
One of the most expensive quartzite types is Natural Blue Sodalite. The price for this quartzite ranges from 4000 to 4600 USD per square meter, which makes this exotic slab one of the most expensive options for kitchen countertops.
The quartzite price is not necessarily directly related to the quality of the stone. As suppliers explain, the price of the slab is related more to how rare the stone is. The lower-price quartzites come from huge quarries and they are mass-produced which keeps the material prices relatively low. On the contrary, the rare exotic quartzite stones tend to be priced high.
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Factors Affecting Quartzite Cost
The price of quartzite varies quite a bit amongst the slabs and depends on the Uniqueness of the stone, source, and distributor. Some quartzite slabs are very rare to be found, while others are quarried in huge quarries that enable stone producers to mass-produce the slabs and keep the cost relatively low.
The distributors categorize their slabs usually into different price levels (Level 1 = category A is the most affordable) that don’t necessarily reflect the quality of the stone but rather how rare or unique the stone type is.
Quality of the Quartzite
As a natural stone, quartzite is an extremely durable and hard countertop material. You might be thinking that the price of a quartzite slab must be related to the quality of the stone, but this is not the case.
When it comes to Quartzite countertop cost, it does not necessarily reflect the quality of the stone, but rather how rare the type of quartzite is. The exotic rare quartzites are the most expensive. The lowest price quartzite slabs come from huge quarries. It enables the companies to mass-produce the slabs and keep the prices relatively low.
While the hardness of the stone might not be the determining factor of quality, there are other important aspects to keep in mind.
For example, Brazilian stone is considered to be among the finest in the world. It is known for its large slabs and consistent coloring, while quartzite from India may have more unique veining and patterns. When purchasing quartzite countertops, it is important to consider not only the price but also the origin and quality of the stone to ensure that you are getting the best value for your investment.
Location and availability
The location of where quartzite slabs are quarried and shipped from can greatly affect the price of the countertops. Quartzite is a natural stone that is found in many different parts of the world, including Brazil, India, and South Africa.
The cost of extracting the stone from the quarry and shipping it to the desired location will impact the overall cost of the quartzite countertops. For example, quartzite quarried in Brazil may be cheaper than quartzite sourced from India due to the lower shipping costs.
The thickness of the quartzite slab
The thickness of quartzite slab affects the price. Usually, you can get slabs that are 17mm, 18mm, 20mm, and 30mm thick. The price difference between same type stones that are 18mm or 20mm thick is around 10%. For example, this A-grade Taj Mahal that is 18mm thick costs $180 while the same-grade Taj Mahal 20mm costs $206.
Installation and labor costs
As I have already mentioned, quartzite fabrication and installation costs more compared to other natural stones. The reason is that quartzite is much harder – It scores of 7 or 8 on the Mohs scale of hardness. This makes it more difficult and labor-intensive to fabricate.
The cost of installing and fabricating quartzite countertops is influenced by several factors, including:
- Labor Costs: The cost of labor can vary depending on the location, experience, and expertise of the installer.
- The complexity of the Job: For example, a simple straight-edge countertop will cost less than a countertop with intricate edges, curves, or cutouts.
- Size and Thickness of the slab: The size and thickness of the quartzite slabs also affect the cost of fabrication and installation. Larger and thicker slabs will typically cost more to install and fabricate.
- Edge Profiles: Some edge profiles require more time and skill to fabricate and will cost more.
- Additional Services: Additional services such as the sink and cooktop cutouts, polishing or honing, and sealing will add to the overall cost of the installation and fabrication
On average, you should expect to pay $40-$60 for fabrication costs, and an additional $10-20$ per square foot for additional services, such as a honed or leathered surface instead of a standard polished one.
It is important to consider all these factors when estimating the cost of quartzite countertop installation and fabrication. You should get multiple quotes from different contractors to ensure that you get the best value for your investment.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the cost of quartzite countertops per square foot can vary greatly depending on various factors such as the location of where the slabs are quarried, shipping costs, slab thickness, type of stone, and labor costs for fabrication and installation. When considering quartzite for your kitchen or bathroom renovation project, it is important to factor in all of these costs to get a complete picture of the overall cost.
If you would like to have more detailed information about quartzite countertops, check out my articles about quartzite material qualities and how to choose the right slab for your kitchen .
By considering the different elements that contribute to the cost, you can make an informed decision that fits your budget and design needs. With its durability, beauty, and versatility, quartzite is a fantastic investment in your home that will provide many years of enjoyment and value.
