As the mornings get cooler, a good shower matters a little more. Picture a shower wall with soft, flowing veining and almost no grout lines. That is what quartzite shower slabs can do. Here is what I tell homeowners before they decide.
Why Natural Stone in a Shower
A slab covers a large area with very few seams, so there is less grout to clean and fewer places for mildew to settle. Quartzite is hard and durable, and its veining can look a lot like marble. Each slab is unique, so your shower will not look like anyone else’s.
Choosing the Slab
Look at the full slab, not a sample. Pay attention to how the veining moves, because it will spread across a whole wall. Not every slab sold as quartzite behaves the same way, so ask us about the specific stone you like. See our quartzite page for the options we carry.
Caring for It
Quartzite is natural and porous, so it needs periodic sealing, especially in a shower. A quick squeegee after use helps prevent water spots, and I suggest a gentle, stone-safe cleaner. Our stone care page has the details.
What We Handle
We handle the stone portion of your shower: the slab walls, niches, and benches. That means selecting the slab, measuring, fabricating, and installing it. You can read about our approach on our shower remodel page. Plumbing, fixtures, waterproofing, and general construction are handled by other professionals, because we are not a general contractor. Homeowners in Westlake Village and Hidden Valley work with us this way, and our service area page lists everywhere we serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do quartzite shower slabs need sealing?
Yes, periodically. We will explain the routine for your slab.
Can I use quartzite for the shower floor?
We focus on walls, niches, and benches. Floors have slip-resistance needs, so talk with us and your contractor.
Do you handle waterproofing?
No. We handle the stone slabs. Waterproofing is handled by other professionals.
Visit Arena Marble & Granite
Come see quartzite slabs in person and tell us about your shower.
Arena Marble & Granite
2300 Corporate Center Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Phone: (805) 375-2771
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
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