Looking for something more unique than granite in your kitchen and bathrooms? These beautiful alternatives are sure to make a statement.
Wood

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Wood is readily available, sustainable, comes in a wide variety of colors and finishes, and is fairly affordable |
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Natural finishes require oiling and you must also be vigilant to keep the surface dry |
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Marble

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The Pros
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Softer stone than granite, easier to cut and work with, heat resistant, durable, sustainable, and beautiful |
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Easily scratched and stained |
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Soapstone

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Durable, dense, ages well, and cost effective |
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Rough texture, requires maintenance, and doesn't come in a wide range of colors |
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Quartz

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Extremely durable and very scratch, stain, and heat resistant |
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Can discolor over time if in direct sunlight, may not look as seamless as granite when covering a large space since they are usually manufactured in pre-determined sizes |
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Ceramic Tile

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Heat resistant, comes in every color imaginable |
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Grout can become easily stained, counter surface is uneven, and tiles can often crack |
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Concrete

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Very durable if sealed, heat resistant, and a wide variety of textures |
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Can be easily stained with water or heat damage if not stained, not many color options, can seem outdated |
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Glass

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Heat, stain, and germ resistant, and very customizable |
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Can chip or break depending on tempering, may show fingerprints |
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Stainless Steel

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Heat and germ resistant, modern |
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Will show scratches and fingerprints, can be very noisy |
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