Recycling never looked so good on our countertops
Today is America recycles Day. It couldn't be more timely. I just returned from Greenbuild which is the US Green Building Council's once-a-year conference.
Last year the showroom floor had only a couple of recycled glass counter tops, this year it seemed like they were everywhere and in every form - small single color quartz like tops, large arty mixtures, and mono-toned glass with brightly colored grout. What was a novelty has become an industry sector.
But it didn't stop at glass. If sparkle and shine isn't your thing you could also select from a multitude of colors in 100% recycled paper turned into what felt like stone. (aptly named Paperstone) It was heavy, cool-to-the-touch and apparently impervious to knife cuts or heat. For more sustainability info go here.
Admittedly both options are expensive, but so is granite and that doesn't seem to stop the world from buying it up by the strip mine full... At least when you buy recycled products as stunning as these not only is your home a better place and you're helping to co-create a new sustainable marketplace.
Did they mention how durable these counter tops are? I imagine that the recycled glass counter tops are just as durable as their 100% stone counterparts. The Paperstone is intriguing but I wonder if it's better suited for someone who doesn't cook much and wants something that just looks good?
Posted by: Condo Blues | November 16, 2009 at 11:43 AM
I would argue both products are not the best for a kitchen that is heavily used in less they are put in a specific area that will npt be as heavily used. http://www.replacementcounters.com
Posted by: corian | November 25, 2009 at 06:55 AM
What type of surface is the best? Ive had problems with granite as well.
Posted by: InWomenWeTrust | November 25, 2009 at 07:22 AM