Question: what is the best choice for kitchen countertops?
Answer: Quartz. Pros: It mimics the look of stone yet needs less maintenance. ... 
Granite. Pros: Each slab of this natural material is unique; rare colors and veining cost more. ... 
Soapstone, Limestone, and Marble. ... 
Laminate. ... 
Solid Surfacing. ... 
Recycled Glass. ... 
Butcher Block.