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Different Countertop Material Options And How Much They Cost
By GWEN SWANSON
Acrylic
Despite being made of resin, acrylic imitates expensive stone and has an elegant finish. Given its durability, $17-$24 per square foot makes it a great bang for your buck.
Laminate
Made with plastic and particleboard, laminate combines cheap materials to make a surface that looks more expensive than it is. The type of finish will determine the cost.
At the low end, a standard finish will range from $10-$15 per square foot, while a high-durability finish can cost between $20-$40 per square foot.
Wood
Prices for wood range from $25 to $300 per square foot based on the type. Mid to high-end woods are suggested for long-term affordability, as cheaper woods will need repairs.
Butcher Block
A butcher block is a combination wood surface made with several strips of lumber glued together to make a patchwork slab that doubles as a cutting board.
The type of wood will determine the cost — standalone teak slabs cost as much as $150 per square foot, but with lower-quality birchwood, the price decreases by up to 90%.
Quartz
Depending on the grade, quartz slabs range between $40 to $100 per square foot. Quartz is divided into three categories: builder-grade, premium-grade, and designer-grade.
Builder-grade falls at the lower end, as it's made up of about 12% resin and has a dull finish. In contrast, designer-grade is only around 7% resin but can cost twice as much.