Solid Surface Countertops in Thornton, CO
We measure, supply and fit solid surface countertops in kitchens and bathrooms across Thornton, Colorado.
- Quotes in writing
- 20 areas covered
Thornton Countertops fits solid surface countertops in homes across Thornton. We measure your cabinets first, then have each solid surface top made to fit them.
What solid surface is made of
PATH, a housing effort managed and supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, has a Rehab Guide for kitchens and baths. The guide says solid surface counter tops, such as Corian, are made of polyester, acrylic, or a blend of the two. It says every maker has its own mix, and some add mineral fillers to make the top last longer or resist fire.
A countertop specification from Loudoun County, Virginia, asks for solid surfacing with no surface coating, and with the color and pattern consistent throughout its thickness.
Scratches, stains and heat
The Rehab Guide says stains will not get into solid surface. It says scratches or burns can be taken out with a scouring pad, 320-400 grit sandpaper, or steel wool, and that the maker can refer you to a certified installer for worse damage.
The guide also says solid surface expands when it gets hot, and that it will crack if a hot pot is put on it. On any solid surface top we fit, we'd have you set hot pots on a hot pad.
Seams and backsplashes
The guide says a backsplash is a shield that protects the walls around sinks, cooktops and work areas, and that the seam where it meets the counter top tends to collect water, bacteria and dirt. It says a solid surface top can come with its backsplash joined by a bonded seam, where pieces of the same material are chemically fused so the seam is nearly invisible, or with no seam at all.
We fit solid surface in kitchens, on islands and on bathroom vanity tops.
What sets the price of solid surface
We price solid surface countertops for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing. Our price depends on the color you choose, how much counter we cover, the edge you pick, and how many holes we cut for the sink and the cooktop, the burners set into the counter.
Still choosing? We can quote more than one material. We also fit quartz, granite, quartzite, marble and soapstone.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The maker and the name of the color.
- A drawing of the layout, with every seam and cutout marked.
- Which edge you are getting.
- Whether the backsplash is joined to the counter or fitted as a separate piece.
- Whether taking out and hauling away the old countertops is in the price.
- Who disconnects and reconnects the sink, faucet and cooktop.
Questions about solid surface countertops in Thornton
Do I need a permit for new solid surface countertops in Thornton?
Not for the countertops themselves. The City of Thornton lists replacing cabinets and counter tops among the inside projects that don't need a building permit. Plumbing, electrical or structural modifications do need one. If your new top means moving the sink, we'll check with the city's building division with you before we start.
Is solid surface the same as quartz?
How do I clean solid surface countertops?
FoodSafety.gov says to wash countertops with hot, soapy water, especially after they've held raw meat, poultry, seafood or eggs. It also says never to thaw or marinate food on the counter.
What if I get a deep cut in my solid surface top?
The Rehab Guide says deep cuts that can't be buffed out may need to be filled with the maker's filler. Send us a photo, or we can come out and look. We'll tell you whether a countertop repair will do or the piece should be replaced.
Can you replace my old laminate with solid surface?
Yes, we can take out old laminate or tile tops and fit solid surface in their place as part of a countertop replacement job.
Get a quote for solid surface countertops
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and the rooms you want done. We'll measure, go through solid surface colors and edges with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other countertops we fit, go to the Thornton Countertops home page.
Ready to talk about your countertop job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.