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We provide the following kitchen countertop choices when we remodel your kitchen. 

  

Granite

 

GraniteGranite

 

Material: 100% Natural Stone, quarried from the earth.

Finish: Polished, honed, or leather.

Scratch Resistant: Yes

Repairs: Small nicks can be filled. Large damaged areas must be replaced.

Sink Application: Under-mount or self-rim.

Pros: Easy to clean, natural stone appearance.

Cons: Material is porous. It must be sealed periodically to prevent staining. 

 

 

 

Quartz

QuartzQuartz

 

Material: Man-made 85%-95% crushed quartz with a resin binder.

Finish: Polished or honed.

Scratch Resistant: Yes

Repairs: Small nicks can be filled. Large damaged areas must be replaced.

Sink Application: Under-mount or self-rim.

Pros: Easy to clean, will not stain, uniform color, virtually .

Cons: Material is porous. It must be sealed periodically to prevent staining. 

Solid Surface

Solid SurfaceSolid Surface

 

Material: Man-made from acrylic or polyester plastics.

Finish: Satin.

Scratch Resistant: No

Repairs: Must be repaired by a certified fabricator.

Sink Application: Integral bowl, under-mount or self-rim.

Pros: Seamless.

Cons: Burns and scratches easily.  

 

 

Butcherblock

ButcherblockButcherblock

 

Material: 100% Natural laminated wood.

Finish: Oiled.

Scratch Resistant: No

Repairs: Can be easily sanded out.

Sink Application: Under-mount or self-rim.

Pros: The most sanitary of countertop materials.

Cons: Material is porous. Mineral oil must be applied periodically.  

 

Stainless Steel

Stainless SteelStainless Steel

 

Material: Man-made material.

Finish: Brushed.

Scratch Resistant: No

Repairs: Not easily repaired.

Sink Application: Integral bowl, under-mount or self-rim.

Pros: Seamless, sanitary, and easy to clean.

Cons: Scratches and dents easily. 

 

Laminate

LaminateLaminate

 

Material: Man-made plastic fused to a plywood backing.

Finish: Polished, matte, or textured.

Scratch Resistant: No

Repairs: Not easily repaired.

Sink Application: Self-rim.

Pros: Available in many colors and patterns. It is the least expensive countertop material.

Cons: Not easily repaired and may have seams.  

Click HERE to download a PDF "Countertop Comparison Chart."