Difference Between Concrete Countertops and Granite

Concrete countertops

Granite countertops

• Look is what everyone expects in a countertop and concrete does not hold its position in this matter.

• In matter of looks, Granite countertops are elegant and magnificent. They add to the beauty of a room and excel it in all departments of looks.

• They come with natural colors, as it is not manmade. It has natural looks and colors that make it look luxurious.

• They are manmade, so they miss the natural and luxurious look. They may have the looks that human hands give it but lack the flavor of natural look.

• They have varying range of colors due to the involvement of humans in its formation.

• They have limited color ranges, as they are formed naturally without the involvement of humans.

• They are very expensive to install. A concrete countertop would cost around $100 per square feet. A huge amount for household countertops.

• They are less expensive. A granite countertop would cost around $44 to $55 for complete installation. Perfect product for household purposes.

• They can be easily scratched. A single knife cut through the countertop can easily cause scratch in it.

• Granite is scratch resistant. It can resist virtually anything. Only granite itself and diamond have the ability to cut granite.

• You do not have to spend time and money on its maintenance. Once installed they last up to 10 years or more.

• Maintenance work is necessary for these kinds of countertops. They last up to 6 months.

• Concrete countertops do not release health affecting gases.

• Granite does release a gas named radon that is one of the leading causes of lung cancer.