Countertops

Specializing in Kitchens and Baths

Facts about countertops!

When considering putting in a new kitchen counter or vanity top you may want to know these facts.Only two types are approved for food processing Stainless Steel and Acrylic Solid Surface. These two types do not support the growth of bacteria.

Granite tops while being quite beautiful should be sealed no less than once per year and in our opinion should be sealed twice per year and cleaned once per week with a rejuvenator to keep the pores sealed.

Granite can be stained and citrus fruit cannot be left sitting on top as this fruit will permanently etch the surface. This surface is very resistant to scratching but one should never take a hot pan off a cook top and sit it directly on the counter because the granite could suffer a thermo shock and crack. A little maintenance may be needed with a under mount sink as the joint is sealed with silicone caulk. So when one chooses granite a little maintained will insure many year of service.

Quartz solid surface is non-porous except at the seams. This product does not need any maintenance except at the seal between the counter and the sink. This product is a very good hard surface top for families with children as one does not have to worry about what’s left on top.

Granite and quartz can be chipped and is very difficult to repair.

Acrylic solid Surface with an integrated solid surface sink is seamless and bacteria have no place to hide. Its non-porous surface can not permanently stain. Cleaning a Solid Surface sink with Soft Scrub will keep it clean and remove any Surface stains.Solid surface can be easily repaired if needed and can be resurfaced almost indefinitely.

As for vanity tops in Solid Surface a Acrylic top can be damaged by contact with acetone (finger nail polish remover) and care should used with this product. There is a polyester solid surface top that cannot be damaged with acetone and we highly recommend this type of vanity top for your bathroom. Note the sink will still be Acrylic and you should be careful about contact. If your acrylic top should get damaged it could be professional repaired.

Avonite -
A totally hygienic solid surface with beauty and function in mind. Avonite has the ability to incorporate integral sinks in your project. From the striking innovations of the Studio Collection to the natural earthtones of the Foundations Collection, no other surfacing solution offers you more choices to express your own sense of personal style.

Ceaserstone -
CaesarStone® is the original quartz-based engineered stone primarily used for kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities. CaesarStone is 93% crushed quartz. It is tough enough for the wear and tear on just about any interior surface, and beautiful enough for every architectural and decorating scheme.

Hanstone - HanStone quartz surfaces impart an air of style and sophistication. Imagine the ideal surface - one that offers extraordinary beauty, and twice the strength and durability of granite. HanStone begins with the inherent, natural elegance of quartz, then uses advanced technology to create a new realm of possibilities: Dramatic colors and vibrant patterns

Silestone – Silestone an industry leader in quartz surfacing, offers the most colors in natural quartz. Known for its ingenious physical properties and customer benefits, Silestone stays on the cutting edge with its newest product offerings such as the exclusive Silestone® Leather™ with Microban®.

Granite - Granite is being used more frequently by homeowners remodeling their kitchens and baths. Granite is both durable and beautiful, but it requires regular maintenance and comes in a limited number of colors.

Laminate Products

Laminate – Laminate countertops offer a large variety of pattern selections at a low affordable price. For the entry level project laminates have come a long way. The color offering and edge treatments make this a more attractive product than in previous years.

Nevamar - We offer a large variety of pattern selections at a low affordable price.

Wilsonart - We offer a large variety of pattern selections at a low affordable price.

Formica - We offer a large variety of pattern selections at a low affordable price.