Major kinds of Kitchen Countertops
1. Marble Countertops
2. Granite Countertops
3. Corian Countertops
4. Quartz Countertops
5. Concrete Countertops
6. Laminated(“Formica”) Countertops
Kitchen Countertops
Marble Countertop (대리석)
Advantages
– Enjoy natural texture
Disadvantage
– Hard to maintain.
– Marble is porous and requires regular sealing,
usually every 6 -12 months, to prevent staining and scratching.
– Stains easily
– Marble can stain from common
kitchen substances like wine, lemon, juice, and curry source.
Granite Countertop (화강암)
Advantage
– Affordable price
– Most common countertop
Corian Countertop (코리언)
Advantage
– Does not require sealing : seamless
– Scratches and dents can be sanded out and repolished
– Generally low cost
Disadvantage
– Commercially manufactured by Dupont in 1967.
(33% synthetic polymers and 66% natural materials)
– Not eco-friendly
– Limited color choices
Quartz Countertop
Advantage
– Engineered stone made from ground quartz, resins, and pigments.
– Durable and easy to clean
– Resistant to scratches, moisture, and impact
– They can come in a wide range of colors, patterns, and finishes
(marble, granite, concrete, etc)
Disadvantage
– Not cheap.
– Can crack if exposed to sudden temperature changes or sustained heat.
Concrete Countertop
Advantage
– Durability
– Customization
– Style
Disadvantage
– Not cheap.
– Consistent upkeep
– reseal with food
– grade wax
– Pricy
Luminated Countertop
