NATURAL STONES:
Granite- scratch and stain resistant (when sealed), bacteria resistant, heat and burn resistant Close to 600 of different stone to choose from Available in a polished, honed, river wash texture or wire brush finish. Slate- scratch and stain resistant (when sealed), bacteria resistant, heat and burn resistant, natural. Various colors to choose from Used in tiling all surfaces Marble- burn resistant, natural Many colors like granite to choose from Used in bathroom vanities and tiling Soapstone- stain resistant, bacteria resistant, heat and burn resistant, natural Unique Requires oiling It is inert, alkalis and acids do not affect it Lave Rock- scratch and stain resistant, bacteria resistant, heat and burn resistant Beautiful enameled finish in extraordinary colors Rare and unique Used on counter top and bathroom surfaces
SOLID SURFACE
Corian- stain resistant, bacteria resistant Many colors to choose from Easily repairable Available in matte, semi gloss or high gloss finishes May have integrated sinks Avonite- stain resistant, bacteria resistant Many colors to choose from Easily repairable Carries a “Recycled” line Richlite – Natural Fiber Composite-stain and scratch resistant, heat resistant Paper based countertops that are soft to the touch, warm Available in many colors and finishes, requires oiling, color may enhance over time Carries a line constructed out Hemp
STONE COMPOSITE
Caesarstone- scratch and stain resistant, bacteria resistant, heat and burn resistant, non- porous, does not require sealing, low maintenance Lifetime Warranty Available in honed finish, textured finish Carries a “Recycled” line Zodiac- scratch and stain resistant, bacteria resistant, heat and burn resistant, nonporous, does not require sealing, low maintenance. Available in honed or polished finish 10-year warranty Formica Stone- scratch and stain resistant, bacteria resistant, heat and burn resistant, nonporous, does not require sealing, low maintenance. Available in honed or polished finish 10-year warranty Formica carries a quartz sink line
WOOD COUNTER TOPS
Butcher Block Tops - Least bacteria resistant Requires oiling Can be distressed creating a rustic look Not recommended for high traffic kitchen use areas
LAMINATE COUNTER TOPS
Formica- scratch and stain resistant, bacteria resistant, non-porous, low maintenance Wide variety of colors and textures to choose from Most reasonably priced Wilson Art- scratch and stain resistant, bacteria resistant, non-porous, low maintenance Wide variety of colors and textures to choose from
Most reasonably priced
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