Concrete Countertops vs Glass Countertops

The increase in popularity for different countertop materials is well under way and two of the most trending materials are concrete & glass.  Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of both materials:

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Concrete Countertops Pros & Cons

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[/one_half_last] Concrete is essentially a building material that is produced by mixing a load of broken up gravel, cement, water, & sand which is then molded into a variety of forms and hardened.  In the case of concrete as a countertop material, many other elements can be added such as pieces of glass and other decorative items.
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Pros:

• Versatile
• Can be molded into a variety of different shapes and sizes
• Can be colored & polished to achieve many different looks
• Heat resistant
• Resistant to most household chemicals

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Cons:

• Chips and cracks can happen easily
• Installation is tricky and very costly
• Concrete is a porous material that can stain relatively easily
• Patterning tends to be inconsistent
• Must be waxed every 3 months to protect a covered sealant
• Color is susceptible to fading over time
• Scratching is a real possibility
• As expensive as granite without the durability

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 Glass Countertop Pros and Cons

 

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Glass countertops are the specialty of CBD Glass, made from melted sand and silica, glass is a fantastic countertop material because of it’s elegance, versatility, and beauty.  They can also be customized using LED underlighting and a variety of different colors.

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Pros:

• Versatile, easy to form shapes with
• Can create unique layers to add lighting, space, or artwork
• Non-Porous
• Heat Resistant
• Low Maintenance and Easy to Clean
• Various textures to choose from
• Highly Customizable

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Cons:

• Finding High quality glass manufactures may be difficult
• Expensive
• Repairs may be difficult
• Sharp objects may scratch surface

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To learn more about how glass countertops stack up against other materials, contact us today!