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We’re wrapping up our first home renovation and I’m unsure if this is normal or not. I noticed some cracks (or fissures?) in our island (jadore quartzite), which stood out because they catch your fingernail and catch differently in the light. One section seemed like it was a crack and was maybe epoxy’d over?

Can I expect these to get worse over time and is this worth addressing?

Does this compromise the seal? Especially if it’s running from the cooktop install to the end of the slab?

Would adding structural support to the overhang help relieve this issue (12”)?

Is this normal and acceptable work?

Images here: (it was a little hard to capture because of polish reflections but maybe trained eyes can tell?)

https://imgur.com/a/5YwMSs2 (ALBUM/GALLERY Link)

One image here

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(First time trying to attach photos, hopefully this works).

We love this slab so much, hoping you guys can ease this anxiety that’s crept in!!

Miche
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Quartzite has natural faults. You should expect your finger nail to catch in places.

The slabs typically are finished with a resin at the factory then shipped to the supplier. Your installer then cuts them to the correct size and they typically look for any faults / weak spots and choose the cut to eliminate the worse one. Natural stone also has voids which are epoxy filled. The epoxy is often stronger than the natural stone strength if it is filled.

Sometimes the slabs do break and then you have to decide if you have it repaired or pay for a new one. Repairs can be ok if they are with the natural seams and blend in. Hard to tell if yours was repaired or not.

I wouldn't be worried about future issues with those areas. You aren't ever supposed to stand or sit on a natural stone like this.

Fresh Codemonger
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