But the big battle is convincing Americans to choose quartz over granite for their kitchen countertops.

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An updated kitchen has granite countertops, island, tons of cabinet space and a breakfast nook.

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The brick home was built in 1985 and has a newly renovated kitchen, which includes new countertops and cabinets.

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The kitchen comes equipped with marble countertops, a porcelain apron sink and high-end appliances--among them, a Viking Professional gas stove and a Kenmore Elite dishwasher.

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You know, tiled bath, granite countertops in the kitchen.

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According to public records, Mr. Hirshberg's 11, 374-square-foot home has two elevators and a pool, and Mr. Wallette's Spanish-style home, which was built in 2009, has marble countertops and an outdoor kitchen and bar.

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And their countertops, both for the kitchen and the bathroom.

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The 3-bed, 2-bath home features custom cherry cabinets, granite countertops and new stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, as well as new updates to the master suite.

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