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Countertop Comparisons
Feeling uncertain about what countertop would work best in your kitchen? Here we have laid out the pros and con's of nine different countertop options. If you have any other questions please do not hestitate to contact a Williams Kitchen and Bath employee!
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LAMINATES
Pros:
Durable and inexpensive;
large variety of colors and
patterns available
Cons:
Surface color may fade;
won’t tolerate direct heat;
noticeable seams
Price: $25 to $45 per lineal foot
Options:
Formica
Pionite
WilsonArt
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SOLID SURFACES
Pros:
Seamless; easy to clean and
repair; gives the look of stone
without the maintenance
Cons:
Scratches easily; sensitive
to heat
Price: $45 to $85 per sq. ft. installed
Options:
Corian
Simplicity
Staron |
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WOODS
Pros:
Offers a warm look; great for
cutting food; can be sanded
and repaired as necessary
Cons:
Requires maintenance (oil)
to prevent bacteria; may
warp or split;
Price: $50 to $75 per lineal foot
Options:
Cherry
Maple
Walnut
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NATURAL STONE
Pros:
Rich look; durable & resistant to
heat and stains; many colors
Cons:
Requires maintenance (sealers);
colors may not be consistent;
Sensa Granite is pre-sealed
Price: $65 to $100+ per sq. ft. installed
Options:
Granite
Limestone
Marble |
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METALS
Pros:
Smooth surface great for
food preparation; heat resistant,
doesn’t stain; easy to
clean
Cons:
Scratches & dents easily;
dulls knives
Price: $54 to $107 per sq. ft.
Options:
Stainless Steel
Copper |
ENGINEERED STONES
Pros:
Extremely strong; scratch,
stain & heat resistant; no
maintenance required; consistent
colors
Cons:
More expensive than other
options; noticeable seams
Price: $65 to $95 per sq. ft. installed
Options:
Zodiaq
Silestone
Staron
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CONCRETE
Pros:
Versatile; many custom
shapes and stain colors available;
scratch & heat resistant
Cons:
Requires maintenance (wax);
Price: $65 to $150 per sq. ft. installed
Options:
Petra Cast Stone |
TERRAZZO SLABS
Pros:
Unique look made from recycled
glass and cement, heavy duty contemporary
style, natural colors and
earthy appearance, GREEN
Cons:
Requires occasional sealing
Price: $95 to $120 per sq. ft. installed
Options:
Rinato
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PAPERSTONE
Pros:
Heavy duty contemporary,
GREEN (up to 5 LEED Pts.)
Cons:
Surface color may change with
light; won’t tolerate direct heat;
noticeable seams
Price: $80 to $110 per sq. ft. installed |
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