Stainless Steel vs Glass Countertops
May 31, 2015 | By Mark |
Today we will be doing a comparison of two countertop materials Stainless Steel & Glass. This overview will focus on the pros and cons of both materials to help compare the two options as a kitchen countertop material.
Stainless Steel Countertops Pros & Cons
Stainless Steel is a steel alloy that contains a minimum of 10.5% chromium. This type of steel does not corrode quickly and has many commercial and residential uses based on the different types of finishes.
Pros:
- Durable
- Heat Resistant
- Stain Resistant
- Non Porous
- Hygienic & Easy to Clean
Cons:
- Scratches will happen
- Can dent if not careful
- Cold look and feel
- These counters are Noisy
- Will leave Fingerprints and Smudges
- Very Expensive (More than glass and granite)
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. Our thermoforming process allows us to then form the glass into a variety of different types of countertops. 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
If you’d like more info on glass countertops and how they compare to other materials contact us today!
