*NSF certified material can be used in commercial food preparation areas.
Countertop Surface Comparison Chart
Not sure which surface is right for you? Use our comparison chart to make the best choice. If you have questions feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
Printable comparison table| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| POOR | BELOW AVERAGE | AVERAGE | ABOVE AVERAGE | OUTSTANDING |
| Appearance | Granite | Marble | Paper Composite | Solid Surface | Terrazo | Quartz |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colors | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Unique Pattern | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| Consistent Pattern | 2 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| Seam Quality | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| One Piece Appearance | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Durability | ||||||
| Scratch Resistance | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Stain Resistance | 4 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Chip Resistance | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Heat Resistance | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Household Chemical Resistance | 2 | 3 | INQUIRE | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Ease of Maintenance | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Repairability | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Moisture Resistance | 4 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Surface Renewability | 2 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Periodic Sealing Required | YES | YES | YES | NO | YES | NO |
| Options | ||||||
| Undermount Sink | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Seamed-in Sink | NO | NO | NO | YES | NO | NO |
| Cove (One-piece Backsplash) | NO | NO | NO | YES | NO | NO |
| Value | ||||||
| Price Range (Square Foot) | $65-$100 | $60-$90 | $70-$125 | $39-$70 | $60-$100 | $69-$99 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | INQUIRE | NO | YES | YES | INQUIRE | YES |
| NSF Certified* | NO | NO | INQUIRE | YES | INQUIRE | NO |