Kitchen Counter Top Materials

[alexdnatel]

Hi Guys,

I need info re materials for kitchen counter tops. What are the alternative materials to granite or marble. I believe meron nang mga synthetic materials pero di ko alam kung saan nabibibili, made to order ba ito based sa sukat ng counter top mo?

[2diy4]

The only countertop material I have experienced using is a formica factory laminated on high quality marine plywood. These were available in sizes of 2 feet by 8 feet, which I bought from San Jose Builders.

[22y]

Hi,

The ranges of counter top available are;

Lowest priced - Laminated Formica, Honeycombed Core Top
Mid Priced - Reconstituted Stone, Acrylic Top, Man made Marble
Top Range - Natural Stone.

Josol Home Decor Improvement Center in Legaspi St., Maybunga, Pasig would be able to help you out.

Hope this helps.

[zook]

Try concrete:
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/pardonourdust/2007/10/a-diy-concrete-.html

[radiant_light]

has anyone here heard about synthetic granite for countertops?

[opzuk4x4]

Are you referring to corian counter tops? There is a local variety available in the various home depots.

[ainsdaddy]

Hi!

Check out granite tiles instead granite slabs. Much cheaper and looks the same. just need a good tile setter to do the job.

=)

[koykoy]

i had the same dilemma when choosing tops on a price-benefit basis.

i ended up with the granite slab. costs around 5,000 per slab + 2,500 for the installer. if you know somebody who can install, the labor can further be reduced. it took them only 4 days to install 3 slabs complete with the edges and backsplashes

[jojoR.]

whats the dimensions of 1 slab of granite?

[opzuk4x4]

There is no specific size for granite slabs, common sizes varies from .60x.60 up to .60x3.0m.