Countertop Services

There are many types of countertop materials to choose from when considering what material will work best for your lifestyle. You will want to consider color, patterns, durability in regards to hardness, porous or non-porous surfaces, maintenance, and of course, cost.

Quartz:

Quartz is practically maintenance free, stain, acid, scratch, heat and impact resistant and does not need to be sealed like other stone countertop materials. Quartz is available in a wide range of colors and patterns. Quartz is more durable and long-lasting than granite, marble and solid surface materials, but more expensive. Quartz countertops are man-made engineered stone formed by combining 90% ground quartz with 10% resins, polymers and pigments. Quartz is extremely hard and durable; glossy sheen; non-porous and stain and crack resistant; does not require sealing and resealing; wide variety of colors; and can be cleaned with mild soap, water and a soft cloth.  

Granite:

Granite is not as durable as quartz but is more stain and scratch resistant than marble. Granite is a naturally occurring stone which is mainly a igneous rock formed by the crystallization of molten rock and undergoes large amounts of heat and pressure over time. Granite is valued for its resistance to acids and its hardness. It must be sealed before use as it is a porous stone. 

Marble:

Many people choose marble for the look and the price. The main benefit of quartz over marble is durability. Granite is not as durable as quartz. Marble is porous allowing oils and stains to seep into the stone allowing scratches and chips.  It is soft enough to allow etching. Marble needs to be sealed. There are two types of marble finishes, polished marble and honed marble. Marble is a beautiful material and is widely used in homes in many home price ranges.

Solid Surface:

Solid surface is a perfect mid-range countertop material. While visually it lacks the depth of real stone or even quartz, it does resemble stone far more than laminate does. It’s surface is nearly non-porous and its solid surface material goes all the way through from top to bottom. Solid surface will scratch if you cut on it, but the surface can be sanded by a homeowner or professional countertop contractor. 

Laminate:

Today’s laminate is considerably different than the laminate of years ago as these high-pressure laminates (HPLs) offer hundreds of design options and still more affordable than other options. If budget is a significant factor in a remodeling project than laminate may be a wise choice for consideration. 

Concrete:

Concrete countertops offer a completely customizable, handcrafted surface that is becoming popular in kitchens, bathrooms and outdoor living areas. Textures and finishes are available to match any design. Durability is achieved by adding glass fibers.