goldmbr

As a rational consumer, I look to independant experts for Advice. The folks at Consumer's Reports do an annual kitchen issue each Aug and they rate the countertop options. From a performance point of view, Quartz and Granite are the top materials each year - their rating is much above the next best competitor. From a green perspective, I believe the best option is one that won't have to be replaced due to wear and degradation. This criterion also favours stone based materials. Having replaced worn, stained and burned laminate and solid surface in my past two homes, I believe the greenest product is one which doesn't need replacement - notwithstanding style preferences which seems to be the editor's thesis. I can't agree with his babysitting comments as I've had stone counters in two different kitchens which have required minimal maintenance and look as good as the day they were installed.