At Allstonefl dot com work closely with you to choose the countertop material that fits your home’s unique style. We provide a wide range of materials for comparison, from marble to corian to other natural stone options, for those looking to remodel their bathrooms or kitchens. Our expert kitchen and bathroom countertops in Orlando will work closely with you to ensure that everything from material selection to installation is handled professionally and with integrity. Our countertops are available in an endless array of high-quality, long-lasting, durable, beautiful materials that will fit any remodeling budget.
By comparing the photos below from some of our Remodel Works renovations, get a better idea of the different kitchen and bathroom countertop options available.
UNDERSTANDING DIFFERENT COUNTERTOP MATERIALS
Granite
You don’t have to worry about your hot cookware being damaged by granite countertops because they’re both stain and heat-resistant. Due to their durability, granite countertops can be easily cleaned and maintained. In addition, there are endless color options and slabs since every granite slab is unique.
Leathered Granite
Leathered granite is rapidly gaining popularity because it has all the pros of traditional granite with less shine and a lot more texture. Leathered finishes enhance the stone’s natural color by providing a modern and sophisticated look. In addition, the process involves moving diamond-tipped brushes across the granite’s surface, and the result is that the stone pores are closed, making it more stain resistant.
Soapstone
In modern household countertops, soapstone is made of talc and steatite. Soapstone is softer than most other minerals and is denser and nonporous. As with granite, soapstone is heat, stain, and liquid resistant, so it’s easy to care for.
Corian
A Corian countertop trademarked by DuPontTM will give you the best chance of matching a specific color in your bathroom or kitchen. You can color it almost any color you want, and you can also make a granite or marble effect. It’s a solid surface plastic material that can be pigmented to nearly any color. The other advantage of Corian is that, since it is not a natural material, it can be made in large sheets, making it a perfect countertop without seams and joints. Corian is easy to clean but isn’t quite as durable as stone countertops. It can be scorched by flames and burned by hot pans, unlike some genuine stones, but it is a good, durable countertop for what it costs.
Silestone
Siltstone is made up of natural quartz and other raw materials. It is highly durable, rugged, and resilient. It is available in various colors and textures, giving it the look and feel of natural stone. Silestone is non-porous to resist staining caused by kitchen items like coffee and bathroom items like makeup. Choose the perfect style for your home from suede, polished, or volcano finishes.
Quartz
There are quartz countertops made from natural quarried slabs and quartz countertops made from approximately 95% ground quartz and 5% resins. Why is engineered quartz so popular? In addition to being extremely hard and natural-looking, engineered quartz is available in various colors, so many people choose to go with it. Besides its color options, quartz also resists staining and corrosion from oils, liquids, and most household cleaning products — making it an excellent choice for bathrooms and kitchens. Unlike some natural stones, quartz countertops can be damaged by heat, so homeowners should be prepared to use trivets to protect them.
Marble
Some call marble the “Cadillac of countertop materials” because of its timeless elegance. The gleaming surface looks super polished, and marble can work with almost any design style. Marble is popular with bakers, as it absorbs heat from pastry dough, keeping the dough cool for longer. WhatSo what are marble’s cons? Compared to natural water stone options, it’s prone to staining and scratching, making its care and maintenance challenging.
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