Countertops for Remodels
The following are a few of our most popular countertop products that we offer to our clients for any of the services Carolina Cabinet Company provides.
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Laminate Countertops
Pros
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Low maintenance, budget friendly, options that mimic higher end countertops, stain and impact resistant.
Cons
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Moisture infiltration at seams, de-lamination, heat and scratch vulnerability, resale value, not repairable, life span.
Butcher Block Countertops
Pros
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Many species of wood to choose from, budget friendly, longevity, easy to clean, can be refinished.
Cons
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Can stain and scratch easily, can dry out and warp, not heat or impact resistant, dust particles are more visible.
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Solid Wood Countertops
Pros
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Stain to feature grain, or paint solid, budget friendly, longevity, easy to clean, can be refinished.
Cons
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Can stain and scratch easily, can dry out and warp, not heat or impact resistant, dust particle visibility on dark options.
Granite Countertops
Pros
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Longevity, stain and heat resistance, resale value, all natural and unique patterns.
Cons
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Requires professional installation, high maintenance, pricier than laminate, limited repair ability.
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Quartz Countertops
Pros
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Low maintenance, modern and clean look, mimics real stone, impact and scratch resistant, resale value.
Cons
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More expensive than granite, can be damaged by heat, man-made, professional installation required.
Marble Countertops
Pros
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Sought after unique looks, longevity with proper care, somewhat heat resistant, resale value.
Cons
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Cost prohibitive, accrues etching, professional install required, porous and easily stained, high maintenance.
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Solid Surface Countertops
Pros
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Seamless appearance, durability, design-ability, non-porous and easy to clean, low maintenance.
Cons
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More expensive than laminate, can be damaged by intense heat, man-made, susceptible to scratching.
Cultured Marble Countertops
Pros
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Less expensive than granite, easy to clean, durability, can be constructed to various shapes and integral sink bowls.
Cons
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Accrues scratches, can be stained, longevity, professional install required, man-made.
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Quartzite Countertops
Pros
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Can mimic marble, low maintenance, longevity, durability, UV resistant, resale value, natural product, heat resistant.
Cons
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Very expensive, requires professional install, can scratch, can stain, porous, limited availability.
Brands
MSI Surfaces
Formica
Virgina Marble
WilsonArt