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Concrete Countertops vs Glass Countertops

January 4, 2016 | By |

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:

Concrete Countertops Pros & Cons

Concrete Countertops

Concrete Countertops

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.

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

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

 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.

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

Cons:

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

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