Mining operations for the ultra-pure quartz at Spruce Pine, North Carolina, have yet to return to their pre-Hurricane Helene production levels. When Helene ripped through western North Carolina, it ...

To help clear up some of that choice paralysis, we've created a handy guide to compare two popular countertop options: quartz and granite. While both are excellent choices, one may be a better fit for ...

This faceted rose quartz briolette weighs 18.29 carats. Its pastel color is a lovely example of the soft pink this gem is known for. - Robert Weldon, courtesy The Greenwood Group The soft translucence ...