Let's Talk Countertops

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Kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, family room and on and on and on. There’s very few spaces in our homes that are without a work surface of some kind. And work we do…….inside and outside. Chopping, hot pots, raw meats, nail polish & remover, colors and markers. Just to name a few of the things that our countertops come in contact with.

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So how do you decide which material and finish will work for your home and the activities of your daily life. Fortunately, there are so many good materials, manmade and natural, that can withstand (for the most part) the daily use and abuse of busy lives. Review some of the top materials listed below. Each, of course, have their own pros, cons and pricing.

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BUTCHER BLOCK -

• $20 to $70 / Sq Ft
• Classic Appeal
• Cottage Inspired & Farmhouse Style
• Not Heat Resistant
• Disinfect & Oil Often
• Indoor Use

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CONCRETE COUNTERTOPS -

• $65 TO $135 / Sq Ft
• Sleek, Industrial Look
• Modern & Rustic Styles
• Durable
• Heat & Stain Resistant
• Seal Regularly
• Indoor & Outdoor

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LAMINATE -

• $15 - $65 / Sq. Ft
• Most Affordable
• Dress Up With Mitered Corners, End Caps or Bullnose Edge
• Wide Range Of Patterns & Colors
• Can Scratch, Scorch or Stain
• Indoor Use

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QUARTZ -

• $40 - $150 / Sq Ft
• Virtually Maintenance Free
• Scratches Or Burns Can Be Sanded Out
• Indoor & Outdoor

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GRANITE -

• $40 - $150 / Sq Ft
• Endless Colors & Patterns
• Should Be Re-Sealed To Resist Stains
• Finish Can Be Polished, Honed or Leather
• Indoor & Outdoor

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MARBLE -

• $75 - $250 / Sq Ft
• High End
• Soft & Porous – Not Stain Resistant
• Needs Repeated Sealing
• Can Show Scratches
• Indoor & Outdoor

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After reading this information and feeling overwhelmed don’t be concerned. The only thing you really need to remember is to call Paul Daniels Interiors and have one of our knowledgeable designers guide you in finding the perfect materials for whatever area needs a work surface. Whether it’s for a new construction or a remodeling project we have years of experience and knowledge of what works best EVERYWHERE!

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