10/07/2021
If you have ever wondered about epoxy countertops vs stone tops…. This is definitely worth the read!!! My friend Ryan is an AMAZING artist to boot! His designs are top notch!
So you really think you are saving a lot of money going to those 'box stores' for your countertops huh? Here's what actually happens:
Average Cost of Materials
Quartz
Cost range: $50 to $90 per sq. ft.
Average cost: $68 per sq. ft.
Made from one of Earth’s most resilient stones, quartz countertops are available in many shades and designs. They are extremely resistant to heat, scratches and stains.
Granite
Cost range: $40 to $100 per sq. ft.
Average cost: $58 per sq. ft.
Elegant and durable, granite countertops are a timeless classic that add a “wow!” factor to any kitchen. When properly sealed, these countertops stand up to heat, scratches and stains.
Solid Surface
Cost range: $37 to $67 per sq. ft.
Average cost: $52 per sq. ft.
Available in a variety of colors and patterns, man-made solid surface countertops are a popular choice for a seamless look. They feature a non-porous and uniform finish but are more vulnerable to scratches and heat damage.
Laminate
Cost range: $27 to $34 per sq. ft.
Average cost: $29 per sq. ft.
Laminate is a long-standing choice for countertops because of its budget-friendly price and range of color, texture and design options. These countertops are resistant to stains and impact damage.
Countertop Edges
Cost range:
Up to $20 per lin. ft.
Countertop edges come in a variety of sizes and shapes. For a 2-centimeter (cm) thick countertop, you have the option of a 2-cm or 4-cm edge, while a 3-cm thick countertop typically has a 3-cm edge.
Tip: Choosing an edge that’s larger than your countertop’s thickness is known as a built-up edge and comes with an additional charge, which isn’t included in our estimates.
Countertop Corner Treatments
Cost range:
$55 to $135 each
Average cost:
$60 each
If you’re not selecting a straight 90-degree corner, countertop corners can be customized by radius to appear more curved. A ¼-inch radius has a slight curve, while a 1-inch radius corner features significant rounding.
Additional Considerations
Sinks and Installation
The cost of a sink and its installation depends on several factors, including the sink’s size, its shape and the number of bowls. A new undermount sink will cost around $260, and the installation labor will cost roughly $240.
These prices will vary depending on the type of sink you choose and whether you keep the existing plumbing connections.
Basic Plumbing Disconnect and Reconnect Average
Average Cost: $450
During the installation of a new countertop, your sink plumbing will need to be disconnected and then reconnected upon the project’s completion.
Countertop Removal and Haul Away
Cost range: $8 to $13 per sq. ft.
Average cost: $9 per sq. ft.
To install a new countertop, homeowners can pay their installers to remove and haul away their existing countertop.
Cooktop Cutout
Average cost: $110 per cutout
Modern cooktops often replace traditional, standalone stoves. To install a cooktop in your countertop, your fabricator needs to create a cutout in your countertop. This cutout size depends on the cooktop you choose.
Electrical Outlet Cutouts
Average cost: $25 per cutout
Homeowners will often have outlets in their backsplash, where it makes it easy to use small kitchen appliances. The countertop must be cut to accommodate these types of outlets.
Faucet Cutouts
Average cost: $20 per cutout
Oh you mean you want an edge on your tops? That'll cost you an extra $10 per foot. Sorry. Oh wait, you want radius corners? Sorry... $60 each. And that undermount sink you love so much? The labor to install said sink is roughly $250 plus the cost of the sink of course. Faucet cutouts? Sure.... for $20 a pop. Cooktop cutout? Yep... $120 please. You want me to haul off the old ones too? LOL.. gonna cost ya.
SEE WHAT I MEAN FOLKS? Add that all up and then come see me and let me show you what you can get ... with no add on's or surprises. The first thing you see on that nice little display sign at the store is the lowest possible price for the worst color possible with no variation in the look at all... either it's a solid color or bunch of uniform spots. Go to the box store and pick out something with the look of expensive marble, etc... and see what that prices out at. I promise you would be shocked. I bet you couldn't get that Carrera Marble you love so much for what I can do it for. Want something that looks like this in real stone? Bet I can beat it.
