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White marble for Kitchen Countertops

cuddle bunny , Tuesday, 10th of August 2010 11:56:21 PM

I've seen so many cutting boards,rollers etc. made from white marble-what 
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is the reason for the lack of reccomondation for it as a countertop? Is it 
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strength,or cleaning or bacteria or what? Would love to know actual 
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beast , Wednesday, 11th of August 2010 05:07:02 PM

Marble stains easier and is not as durable as granite, for a  
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kitchen countertop. Even if it is sealed, it is recommended for areas  
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that are not such high traffic areas. Like a powder room vanity top, a  
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butler is pantry top, etc.  
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cookie crisp , Thursday, 12th of August 2010 05:40:51 PM

I would guess its not recommended more because there are not  
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many people who would want an all white marble counter top and its a  
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matter of supply and demand.  
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I have seen kitchens with white marble counter tops and also in bathrooms  
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and I have to say its not my first choice for the kitchen. It gives the  
room a sterile look especialy if you have stainless steel appliances. For  
me its great as an accent but I could not cook in a kitchen where that was  
all there was.  
 
 
 
 
 
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Adorkable , Friday, 13th of August 2010 01:25:35 PM

It is very porous making it high maintenance for a kitchen  
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countertop. It will take water marks and other stains without proper use  
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and care. Though it still is a matter of preference, a more tolerant  
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stone like granite or silestone is usually recommended.  
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