Glass Countertops vs Granite
December 15, 2014 | By Mark |
Let’s go through the pros and cons of Glass Countertops and Granite Countertops!
Here is a checklist of some things to keep in mind:
- Material Quality and Flexibility
- Complexity of Countertop
- Appearance
- Care and Upkeep
- Cost
Granite Countertop Pros and Cons
Granite is a natural product that comes from the slow crystallization of hot magma and is mainly quartz but does contain other minerals. The slow cooling of the magma creates a unique texture of minerals and every slab will be completely unique from the next.
Pros:
- Dense
- Easy to make large countertops with
- Each slab is unique
- Can be Durable
Cons:
- Porous Material
- Cleaning chemicals can cause damage
- Collects water marks and soaps stains
- Prone to water damage also means prone to bacteria
- Sealing is required for upkeep
- Material may have weak points that break more easily than others
- Strip-mining this granite Pollutes the planet
- Expensive
Glass Countertop Pros and Cons
Glass comes from sand, silica being the main ingredient in sand and is melted at 1700 Degrees Celsius. Some other materials or minerals may be used to add or change the color and trans-lucidity. Glass can be fitted as one piece and its reflective properties add a unique touch and color to the kitchen. Glass countertops can also be customized with various textures, edge styles, surface treatments, & LED lighting.
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
Recommendations from CGDGlass:
Full Glass Countertop set-ups can be beautiful but Raised Bar Glass Countertops can be added to existing countertops in your home, see our overview for more info.
