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Granite | Engineered Quartz | Solid Surface | Laminates | Butcher Block | |
Brand Names or Supplier | Supplied by Avanti and Bermati | Viatera, Caesarstone, Cambria, Zodiaq | Corian, Meganite, Gibraltar, Avonite, Hi-Macs | Wilsonart, Formica, Pinoite | John Boos |
What is it? | 100% Natural stone quarried from within the earth | Man-made: 85%-95% crushed quartz with a resin binder | Man-made: Acrylic or Polyester Plastics | Man-made: Printed colors/patterns on a fiberglass backing | Various species of 100% Natural wood |
Heat Resistance | Not affected by heat | Can be affected by high heat (over 400F) | Hot pots can warp, melt, crack, or discolor the surface | Hot pots can warp, melt, or discolor the surface | Hot pots can burn the surface |
Cleanliness | Independent studies have found granite to be one of the most bacteria-resistant surfaces available | Non-porous - very resistant to bacteria | Deep scratches can harbor dirt and or moisture | Non-porous - easy to clean | Independent studes have found wood to be resistant to bacteria (better than plastic) |
Scratch Resistance | Highly scratch resistant - small scratches can be professionally repaired | Highly scratch resistant | Scratches easily - can be sanded | Can be scratched - not easily repaired | Scratches and abrasions can usually be sanded out |
Fabrication | May require seams - various edge profiles available | May require seams - various edge profiles available | Seamless - usually set on a wood sub-structure - various edge profiles available | Sheet material is applied to a wood sub-structure - limited edge profiles | Wood blanks can be custom made into many shapes and edge types |
Appearance | Highly polished finish - every piece is naturally unique in color and patterning | Polished finish - consistent and uniform color and patterning | Matte finish - with consistent and uniform color and patterning | Highly visible seams - consistent and uniform color and patterning | Can be oiled or vanished depending on the application and intended look |
Maintenance | May require periodic sealing to prevent staining | n/a | Scratches can be sanded out | Oil finish needs reapplied approx every 6 weeks | |
Price | $35 sq/ft and up (20 sq/ft min.) | Comprable to Levels 4 & 5 granite | Price varies based on color - many of which are more expensive than granite | Inexpensive | Price various by species of wood |