This step in your home remodel is much more of an emotional purchase so finding the right material can take time.
Polished concrete vs granite countertops.
Sealing the granite isn t difficult.
Years ago my mil had white corian and it had a large burn mark.
This guide will help by pointing out the strengths and weaknesses of concrete countertops.
They look very decorative and are available in a.
In past years the honed look was more popular as a floor finish than a countertop finish.
Once it s been polished it s difficult to wear off the polish.
As if choosing among granite quartz marble quartzite and soapstone to name a few isn t hard enough once you settle on a basic material there is still the sheen to consider the countertop sheen is the amount of shine on the finish.
Finding the perfect material for your countertop is no hastily made decision.
First of all concrete countertops can be absolutely beautiful.
This creates two potential problems.
Concrete countertops vs granite countertops.
So i definitely think there are tougher choices than corian.
It s similar to the process you would use to wax a car.
Even when polished to a smooth surface concrete is a porous material.
Like polished granite honed granite looks extremely smooth.
Besides staining the concrete countertop has been also been plagued by weight rumors.
Comments 19 yeah greta2119 i just replaced corian in the busiest area of my kitchen it scratched easily too and was very light colored.
There are several other stones you can find countertops in.
Both concrete and granite are tough materials that resist scratching.
Reasons to consider concrete countertops.
However rather than reflective the finish has a matte or a satiny buffed appearance.
To compare concrete with granite crushed glass quartz and slate see all of our pros and cons articles.
Countertops are a dominant element in the kitchen and selecting the perfect option for your space is a serious decision.
It can stain easily and harbor bacteria and mold.
You ll want to compare your options in terms of pricing and functionality because there s no worse.
Concrete is a porous material so it tends to be more susceptible to staining than granite.
Quartz countertops can be expensive but are extremely durable.
However granite requires less maintenance than concrete over time.
From diy to high end find price ranges for concrete countertops and compare costs to granite and more updated.