Shopper's Guide: Countertops

Think style, durability, and easy maintenance when choosing the countertop that’s best for your kitchen.

There are pros and cons to concrete.
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Pros: A natural product available in many colors; heat resistant; can be customized with embedded objects; offers integral sink and drainboard capability; smooth.

Cons: Can develop cracks; needs to be sealed, and the sealer can be damaged by heat and knives; experienced fabricators hard to find.

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