Quartzite Tile
- Quartzite tiles
- 30
- Price per sq ft
- $4.55 to $14.25
- Ships
- Parcel or freight
- Samples
- $4.99
Sizes compared
From our 30 quartzite tiles. Prices are per sq ft.
| Size (in) | Tiles | From | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x12 | 11 | $4.55 | $7.05 |
| 16x16 | 10 | $5.59 | $8.09 |
| 12x24 | 3 | $9.39 | $9.39 |
| 3x6 | 1 | $7.35 | $7.35 |
| 4x4 | 1 | $7.05 | $7.05 |
| 6x6 | 1 | $6.99 | $6.99 |
| 2x2 | 1 | $9.19 | $9.19 |
How to choose quartzite tile
Quartzite costs more than most tile, so do two rounds of checks: one on the sample, one on the order.
On the sample - Etch test: put a drop of lemon juice or vinegar on it for a few minutes, rinse, and look for a dull spot. Some stone sold as quartzite contains calcite or dolomite and etches like marble; if yours does, care for it as marble. - Scratch test: true quartzite scratches glass. - Finish: polished quartzite shows off color and veining but turns slick when wet; use it on walls, vanities and dry floors. Honed gives grip and hides fine scratches, which makes it the better kitchen and bath floor.
On the order - Variation: each piece differs in veining and shade. When the crates arrive, confirm the lot numbers match, open several boxes and mix them as you set, and budget roughly 15% extra, the usual allowance for natural stone. - Sealing: quartzite is dense but still needs a sealer after installation, and again whenever water stops beading. - Substrate: stone pieces with any edge of 15 inches or more count as large format and need a flat floor.
If quartzite does not fit the budget or the upkeep, marble tile offers softer veining if you can accept etching, granite tile is the other hard stone, and porcelain tile copies the look with no sealing.
Questions
Is quartzite good for floors?
Yes - true quartzite is one of the hardest natural stones for floors, more scratch-resistant than marble or travertine. Pick a honed or textured finish for kitchens, baths and entries, since polished quartzite gets slick underfoot when wet. Test a sample with lemon juice before you buy: if it etches, it contains calcite and needs marble-style care. Seal the floor once it is installed.
If quartzite is so hard, why does it need sealing?
Because hardness and porosity are different things. Quartzite still absorbs some water and oil, so apply a penetrating stone sealer once it is installed and repeat whenever spilled water darkens the surface. A sealer guards against stains only; etching is a separate, chemical problem, so stone sold as quartzite that contains calcite still needs acid-free cleaners.
Quartzite or marble-look porcelain: which fits my project?
Choose quartzite when real stone and veining that never repeats are the point; choose porcelain when budget, consistency and zero sealing matter more. Porcelain stays at or below 0.5% absorption and comes with published slip and wear ratings. Quartzite needs sealing, varies from piece to piece and usually costs more, but no two tiles are alike.
What should a quartzite tile budget include?
Include the stone at $4.55 to $14.25 per square foot, plus sealer, roughly 15% overage for natural stone and a setting material suited to heavy stone. Size, finish and stone variety set where a tile lands in that range. Order a $4.99 sample of the exact stone, because color and veining vary from block to block.
Will quartzite tile hold up on a patio?
Yes, where the supplier flags the stone frost-resistant and the face has grip. Quartzite's hardness suits patios and pool surrounds, but in freezing climates only frost-resistant stone should go outside, and polished faces get slippery when wet. Choose honed or textured finishes, check the stated exterior slip rating, set the stone on a proper base, and seal it before the first wet season.
What is the difference between quartzite and quartz?
Quartzite is natural stone quarried in blocks; quartz is an engineered surface made from crushed quartz bound with resin. Quartz is mainly a countertop material and is rarely sold as floor tile, while quartzite comes as both slabs and tile. Quartzite needs sealing and quartz does not, but quartz resin can discolor in strong sun and heat.
How much does quartzite tile cost?
Quartzite Tile at Sara Zoha runs from $4.55 to $14.25 per square foot, tile only; half of the 30 styles fall between $6.95 and $9.39. Tile sold by the box covers about 10 sq ft per box, so the per-box price is roughly $78.40 for a mid-priced style. Every product page shows both prices and a calculator that rounds your room up to whole boxes.
What sizes does quartzite tile come in?
The most common sizes here are 12x12 (11), 16x16 (10), 12x24 (3), 3x6 (1), 4x4 (1) and 6x6 (1) inches. Thickness runs from 9.5 to 15 mm. Larger formats mean fewer grout lines but need a flatter floor; small formats and mosaics follow curves and shower slopes.