We need to decide on which countertops we will be going with as they are coming to template our kitchen on Monday and we’re still undecided as to which material to go with! (Ok, I should clarify that I’m the one who is undecided- Kirk definitely wants the Caesarstone). I’ve been absolutely obsessing about it. I am in love with Carrera Marble but have been warned that it’s very sensitive and needs to be treated/ sealed often. I feel like I’ve read a million blogs and articles on the pro’s and con’s. Those who are passionate about marble do not mind the upkeep and feel that the way it weathers just adds character. It’s been used for hundreds of years in Europe and I have to agree that I like the patina.
Caesarstone in contrast is a new quartz composite that is scratch, stain and heat resistant and comes in a array of colours and styles to choose from. Stress free when dealing with potential grape juice spills etc. We like the Stone Gray colour- it has texture and works well with our Carrera Marble 3×8 subway tiles for our backsplash.
23 responses so far ↓
1 Mira // Mar 7, 2008 at 8:25 pm
Hi, have you made a choice yet?! I’m also contemplating and need to make a decision soon: I love calcatta marble but I don’t want to freak over any wine spills etc. I was originally intrigued about quartz but I don’t like the engineered look. Good luck.
2 anke // Mar 8, 2008 at 1:10 am
We settled on the Caesarstone in “Stone Gray”. It’s actually a quartz composite but this colourway has flecks and irregularities that mimic stone. We’re hoping anyways! I didn’t win the Carrera Marble battle for the kitchen countertops… so I’m moving my sites to the impending upstairs bathroom reno..
3 Molly Fuller // May 29, 2008 at 8:33 pm
After only seven weeks of a gorgeous Caesarstone kitchen counter, it has three scratch/chips. One from a dropped crystal glass, one from a dropped plastic salt grinder, and an edge chip that is a mystery. On the strength of this, I would not recommend Caesarstone as a kitchen counter. (There are only two of us in the house, both adults, and we are not careless.)
4 anke // May 29, 2008 at 8:38 pm
Wow Molly- that doesn’t sound good! We’ve been using ours since mid March and haven’t had a single issue. We have 2 children who sit at the island to eat pretty much all of their meals and have done alot of entertaining. What style/ colour of Caesarstone did you go with? Maybe some are more sensitive than others.
5 Mairin // May 30, 2008 at 1:16 pm
I’m struggling with our kitchen counter choice as well. I don’t mind maintenance, but I am concerned about heat resistance (or lack of) with marble. I would love to hear from someone who has the carrera quartz and their impression of the manufactured look.
6 L. tofler // Jul 26, 2008 at 3:15 am
could you please tell me what to do to remove small chips from the edge of my ceasorstone bench top
7 anke // Aug 5, 2008 at 8:01 pm
Hi there. Thankfully we have not had any chips thus far so have not had to do any research in this area. Sorry we can’t be more helpful.
8 Locker // Mar 28, 2009 at 11:12 am
Good site, admin.
9 Pauline // Sep 10, 2009 at 6:10 am
We installed Caesarstone 11 months ago. An edge has simply opened up into a serious crack that is traveling into a V shape in the last three weeks, and is now 3/4 inch. We are so careful with our home, it seems to have just appeared. Caesarstone will not honor the warranty, which is up to their sole discretion. I don’t recommend this pricey experiment of a product. We have remodeled the house from top to bottom in the last two years, I’ve found Caesarstone the only product with inherent problems.
10 Gray Ghost // Nov 25, 2009 at 2:28 pm
To remove small pits and repair minor chip damage check the gran quartz web site at https://ecom.granquartz.com/VIA9/viaUserDoc.jsp?searchText=COUNTERCARE&secondPass=0
11 Gray Ghost // Nov 25, 2009 at 2:29 pm
Has anyone had any issues of cracks appearing in their counter tops. I have heard stories where a pop was heard while the home owner was in the living room. She heard a pop and when she check out the kitchen she notice a crack in her countertop. Any ideas ???
12 Kirk // Nov 28, 2009 at 1:50 pm
Hi there
We have had a fantastic experience so far with our caesarstone counter. No cracking and no chips. Sorry, but I don’t have any ideas on how to help.
13 Frank // Dec 8, 2009 at 8:16 pm
We will show you the advantages with marble vs caesarstone. Marble unlike any other stone or counter material will age gracefully with your kitchen and you will appreciate it with more and more use. Visit us and we will show you why.
14 kamill // Dec 14, 2009 at 4:48 am
Helli again short comment how about unique look creative cuts or disagne whathewerYou like with 2 coats solid epoxy .Advantage is easy to clen,lastin long and easy to repair in future term,got some photos it is really unique and new.
15 Chino // Feb 19, 2010 at 5:06 am
I have had both Caesarstone and granite and I can tell you plainly that granite is harder and more heat resistant. You CANNOT put a hot pan on Caesarstone - it will leave a permanent ring. You CANNOT drop a glass on Caesarstone - it will chip and ding. Caesarstone is a fraud… more expensive than granite, beautiful, but about as durable as formica!!!
16 linda // Aug 14, 2010 at 11:41 pm
I have had Raven Caesarstone for just over a year….it is a nightmare. At first when it pitted the rep and the installer wouldn’t do a thing…now I can tell you it is such a mess…it looks like it implodes on a daily basis and you never know what you will get…..please dont buy this product….even though designers love it, bet they all have marble…..
17 Kirk // Aug 24, 2010 at 12:17 pm
Just to update everyone that we still LOVE our caesarstone. There seems to be a lot of varying opinion from people but I wanted to confirm that it continues to be a good choice for us.
18 Caesarstoned // Mar 16, 2011 at 3:43 am
We have had caesarstone for 3 months and we have 2 chips and discoloration. Do not buy caesarstone! It looks fantastic but is not durable. What a waste of thousands of dollars.
19 Shirley // May 28, 2011 at 1:06 pm
A sincere thanks to all who’ve taken the time to record their honest opinions/experiences with CaesarStone … I was seriously considering this product but after reading your comments feel I’ve dodged a bullet & will now head towards granite. My heartfelt thanks again!
20 Larry // Oct 15, 2011 at 8:30 pm
Caesarstone claim that they stand by their product for strength and durability but take no accountability to compensate their customers when it chips so easily. Imagine a cup hitting it slightly and it chips. What a scam. You basically have to dance around it, be hyperly cautious, or never use it to have no problems. I really regret buying it. It is a show piece and that is that. Customer service, there isn`t any.
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