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Pros |
Cons |
ProQuartz |
ProQuartz requires almost no maintenance. It’s harder than granite and marble, it requires no sealing or resealing and it is exceptionally resistant to scratches and stains. ProQuartz comes in a carefully selected range of attractive colours and patterns to suit any requirement, it is highly cost-effective because of its large slab size and low off-cut ratio, and it comes with a limited lifetime residential warranty.* |
Seams can be visible, but can be well concealed by a good installer. |
Granite |
Granite has an appealing natural look. |
Exceptionally heavy, requiring very sturdy support. Not as hard as ProQuartz. Colours frequently vary from sample. Requires regular resealing. Seams cannot be hidden. |
Solid Surfacing |
Relatively maintenance-free. Scratches and burns can sometimes be sanded out. No seams to trap dirt or debris. |
Easy to burn, scratch or cut. Can have an obviously artificial look. |
Marble |
Elegant and heat-resistant, it remains constantly cool so it’s a good surface for pastry and baking. |
Very susceptible to stains and chips and cracks easily. |
Tile |
Will stand up well to heat and sharp knives. Good stain resistance. Easy to replace a single tile. |
Its uneven surface can make it difficult to balance a cutting board or to roll out pastry. Unsealed grout is prone to staining. Standing moisture can damage surface and encourage bacterial growth. |
Laminate |
Low maintenance and easy to clean. Light in weight so doesn’t require the support of a heavy cabinet. |
Prone to scratches, burns and stains. Layers can peel with time. Difficult to repair inconspicuously if damaged. Can look cheap. |
Stainless Steel |
Good resistance to heat and bacteria. |
Fingerprints show clearly. Prone to denting. Can be very expensive. |
Concrete |
Can be cast in any shape and tinted in any colour. Stands up well to heavy use. |
Not as heat resistant as some other surface. Small cracks develop over time. Is extremely heavy. Will stain unless frequently resealed. |