Marble Countertops
Pros
- Visually stunning
- Easy to clean (with neutral cleaners)
- Adds elegance to your kitchen and bathrooms
- Comes in a variety of colors
- You can decide if you like a polished finish or prefer a honed, matte finish – the level of shine can be changed on-site as well
- Acid etch marks and fine scratches can be removed through restoration
Cons
- Prone to acid etching – may require a maintenance program
- Need to be sealed (annually recommended)
Granite Countertops
Pros
- Most granites are resistant to acid etching
- Comes in a variety of colors and patterns
- Easy to clean (still recommend neutral cleaners)
- Durable
Cons
- Need to be sealed (annually recommended)
- Some stones are sold as Granite, but are not true granites – these stones may etch
Limestone Countertops
Pros
- An alternative look to marble
- Warms up the space (most limestones have lovely Earth tones)
- Easy to clean (with neutral cleaners)
- You can decide if you like a polished finish or prefer a honed, matte finish – the level of shine can be changed on-site as well
- Acid etch marks and fine scratches can be removed through restoration
Cons
- Prone to acid etching– may require a maintenance program
- Need to be sealed (annually recommended)
Quartzite Countertops
Pros
- Most quartzites are resistant to acid etching
- Comes in a variety of colors
- Easy to clean (still recommend neutral cleaners)
- Durable
Cons
- Need to be sealed (annually recommended)
- I’ve recently learned that Quartzite is not the easiest stone to fabricate, so make sure you purchase your slab from a reputable company
Hopefully this quick guide will help you with your stone countertop choice. For more stone care information, check out our website for service and product recommendations.
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