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Originally Posted by Marshlanding
Thanks to Stu, Lizzie and MM for their inputs. We recognize the potential marketing differences between today's hot countertop materials, quartz & granite, vs solid surfaces such as Hi-Macs and Corian. But our preference is for: a less reflective surface, the "feel" of solid surface materials and, the wear, use and maintenance properties of a solid surface. Thx again.
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Get what you like. My main requirement is that it is easy to clean and sanitary. I wanted seamless for that reason. It is also nonporous and easy to repair.
I had Transolid solid surface in my previous house and I loved that brand. I purchased custom size from Lowes and a handyman installed. It remained beautiful for 15 years. So consider other brands of solid surface.
I visited Jetta stone and they custom make their own solid surface and are a very reputable company. They do nice integrated sinktops. I may use their solid surface to replace my horrible shower tile installation by the builder and it will be very clean without any grout.
Consider quartz for the kitchen as it is less prone to scratching. Ask about the quartz that has a matte finish.
Good luck!