Below you will find a quick overview of all countertop materials that
Express Countertops installs. We provide a brief description of each
countertop material and provide you with the most important advantages and
disadvantages surrounding each particular product.
For more information on each individual countertop material, please visit
our
Products page.
| Material |
Description |
Advantages |
Disadvantages |
Cost |
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Laminate |
A laminate is a material constructed by uniting two or more layers
of material together. |
It is inexpensive and
low-maintenance. It has a smooth surface that is easy to clean. |
The top is susceptible to
damage from sharp knives and hot pans. Once damaged, it cannot be
easily repaired. |
From
$5 to $20 per square foot. |
| Solid Surface |
Solid-surfacing is a sheet of
synthetic material that resembles natural stone.
|
It is strong and
self-supporting. |
It can be cut easily by sharp knives. Hot pans will leave a
permanent discoloration.
|
From $40 to $150 per square foot
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| Engineered Stone |
Engineered stone is a
composite material comprising of rock and resin. It’s usually made
out of a mixture of 93% quartz and 7% polyester resin. |
Quartz of the hardest of
all natural substances. |
One of the priciest options
for kitchen countertops. |
From
$40 to $125 per square foot. |
| Granite |
Granite is a type of natural
stone. It is tough, elegant, and virtually maintenance-free. |
When properly sealed,
granite is impervious to cuts, scrapes, burns and stains. |
Though not as rare anymore,
granite is still very expensive. And what most people wouldn’t
expect, granite also requires periodic sealing. |
From
$30 to $200 per square foot. |
| Marble |
Marble is a metamorphic rock
most commonly used for sculpting. |
It boasts similar qualities
to granite in terms of appearance and permanence. |
It’s more absorbent than
granite and thus tends to stain more readily. |
From
$30 to $100 per square foot. |
| Soapstone |
Soapstone is a metamorphic
rock. It is relatively soft (because of the high talc content) and
may feel soapy when touched, hence the name. |
Usually comes in rich and
deep colors to match any décor and has a smooth feel to it. |
Requires maintenance and
may crack with consistent use. |
From
$50 to $200 per square foot. |
| Concrete |
Concrete consists of cement,
aggregate, water and admixtures. It is a tough and reliable choice
for countertops. |
Concrete countertops are
very graceful, not thick and clunky as most people might think. The
finish surface is smooth to the touch and polished to a low sheen. |
Not everyone wants a
countertop that'll last a lifetime. |
From
$75 to $200 per square foot. |
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Countertops. Call or use the estimate button above to request your free
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