Granite Alternatives

4/12/2008 at 1:12:21 AM

Hello Denise!! I am a concrete countertop fabricator!!! And yes, there are some very beautiful countertops of art that you can achieve! I have a website on this site, and you are welcome to visit and give me feedback on how you feel about my work!!

4/15/2008 at 1:45:40 PM

I watched a remodeling show where a concrete counter top replaced a tiled top.

The process for the concrete top looks fairly straight forward, but then these were people who work with the materials on a regular basis.

Are there people who specialize in the fabrication and installation of these tops? I don't know if I am comfortable trying to tackle the process myself!

4/16/2008 at 12:44:50 PM

Gerad,

For some reason your post didn't load when I asked about concrete specialists, but I am glad tha tI saw it today because you can probably answer my questions.

I have always assumed that concrete was just as heavy as granite and marble, which is worrisome in an older home. Can the relative weight of a concrete counter top be adjusted?.

4/16/2008 at 5:05:10 PM

Thanks, Gerad. I'm definitely going to check out your website.

As for doing it yourself, I don't think I would feel comfortable. I've only worked with concrete in traditional projects such as driveways. And I don't even know where to begin with the different looks you can achieve with concrete floors and countertops.

4/19/2008 at 1:01:44 AM

Quartz countertops are analternative to high-maintenance granite. They are stronger than granite, require no resealing, are highly resistant to scratches and stains, and come in a huge variety of colors.You can try it out.

Though they weigh more than granite and require professionals for installation. Approximate prices range from $45 to $95 per square foot.

7/7/2008 at 2:24:57 PM

To the original post...Here are a few alternatives to prefabricated granite and concrete tops...Granite or marble tiles....or even travertine...It's more light weight, less expensive, and if installed properly, will have the same high end effect. Plus there is a lot more you can do with it. There is a wider variety of colors and textures and you can even do custom designs. I realize that you posted in April, and here it is June, but this was just a thought in case you were still looking.