Granite is an incredibly durable natural stone.  It is very resistant to scratches and heat to an extent.  It also repels stains easily and only
needs to be sealed about once a year.  Granite is available in a wide range of colors.  No two slabs of granite will be quite the same.  

Granite is also very affordable.
Depending on the color and style of granite that you choose, the price can be as little as $53 per square foot installed.
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GRANITE
Acrylic is a wonderful and popular material.  The many different
colors go all of the way through the product.  This makes scratches harder to see and also allows for restoration of the product after
time.  
You can use most cleaners on acrylic counter tops.  And this product does not need to be sealed.

Prices can range from $40 and up.
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ACRYLIC
Laminate is another option when it comes to counter tops.  By far, the least expensive of all counter tops, laminate could cost you as
little as $12 a square foot.  Though cost effective, laminate is also the least durable of all counter tops.  

Hot items should never be placed on a laminate surface.  Also, you should not cut on a laminate counter top.  

Laminate counter tops come in a never ending supply of color and texture options.
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LAMINATE
Limestone is not a good choice for people who cook a lot or those who are messy cooks.  Because of its porous nature, it stains easily.

Limestone is a natural stone formed from mineral calcite at the bottom of lakes.

Limestone comes in an array of beiges, tans and grays.
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LIMESTONE
Marble is a great choice for your bathroom.  It is a durable natural stone with a unique vein-like texture.  Marble will need to be sealed more
often than granite.
Available in a endless line of colors and textures, marble is truly beautiful.  It can make a subtle or bold statement.  
Depending on the color or texture that you choose, Marble should be comparable in price to granite.
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MARBLE
QUARTZ
If you like the look of natural stone, but don't like the idea of the maintenance, quartz counter tops will be right for you.  Quartz, often
refereed to as the Superman of stone, is a virtually indestructible material .  Because of it's non-porous nature, Quartz never needs to be
sealed and repels even the most stain-causing liquids and is also a very hygienic surface to work with food on.

With many vivid colors to choose from, Quartz counter tops will look amazing in any kitchen from modern to traditional.
Quartz counter tops range in prices starting at $70 a square foot.
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