There are plenty of different countertops on the market and many different manufacturers too. So which countertop manufacturer offers the best product? Here are 8 top countertops to consider.
1. Corian
Corian is mad by DuPont and it is distributed world wide? There are 100 different color choices and three different finishes to choose from and this easy to care, well priced product will last a lifetime. It’s also easy to maintain. Minor scratches and cuts can easily be cleaned up and regular maintenance requires only warm soapy water and the occasional cleaning with an ammonia based cleaner. Corian countertops will develop a wonderful patina over time but if you prefer the original look just follow DuPont’s refurbishing guide.
2. Swanstone
Swanstone is a very well priced product that can be found in several outlets like Home Depot. There are so many color choices including speckles. The Everyday Plus Countertop line comes with a 10 year warranty and is known throughout the industry for its durability. Why choose laminate when you can have a solid countertop for a fraction of the price. Choose your shape, color, size, or decorative edge to fit your kitchen décor.
3. Formica Stone
Formica Corporation offers a fabulous natural quartz countertop that’s not only elegant it’s as durable as granite. But unlike granite that needs to be sealed this quartz stone is maintenance free. It’s nonporous so no bacteria worries, heat resistant and it’s extremely strong so breaking, chipping, and cracking are a thing of the past. 93% quartz makes it the 4th hardest mineral found in nature. It’s available in 12 rich colors that are warm and inviting and it comes with a 10 year warranty.
4. Zodiaq
is a new type of surface from DuPont that is made from natural quartz. It’s used in both residential and commercial applications because of its beauty and strength. DuPont offers a wonderful color palette so you’ll be certain to match up your kitchen décor. DuPont combines stain resistant polymers with the quartz to produce a nonporous, heat and scratch resistant surface.
5. Rembrandt
The Royal Stone manufactures sink and countertops that match. This solid surface countertop is heat and stain resistant and available in a great mix of shapes and colors.
6. LG-HI-MACS
This acrylic surface is nonporous, easy to clean, and can be molded to fit any room. It comes with a 15 year warranty and it’s been installed around the world since 1995. LG itself has been around since 1947. This is a countertop that is certainly worth considering for your kitchen.
7. Arpa
Strata Kore laminate has a solid phenolic core which means you can have alternate colored layers and you’ve got hundreds of color choices for the top layer producing a very unique and interesting countertop. Be sure to check it out.
8. Pyrolave
This is a lava that has been enameled. It is hardened at 1800 degrees Fahrenheit and then a natural enamel finish is applied. It is manufactured in France and uses some of the most modern computer aided drawing techniques available. You’ll not find anything ordinary here. All Pyrolave countertops are unique and luxurious. The gentle crazing enhances the appearance of this fine countertop and the surface requires no maintenance other than a wiping with a damp cloth. And if you are worried about color choice – don’t – there are more than 5000 colors to choose from.
So which countertop manufacturer offers the best product? No one manufacturer is the best. There are several that offer quality products. It’s really all about what countertop will look best in your kitchen.
