Green Guide OverviewThere are some really beautiful, eco friendly counter tops available on the market today. And you don't have to sacrifice good looks for durable, cost effective, environmentally-minded products. Did you know you can get counter tops made out of recycled paper, glass bottles and bamboo in any color imaginable?
Bamboo counter tops are 16% stronger than maple, more durable, and stunning. In purchasing bamboo counter tops, see which companies laminate with non-toxic, food grade, and most importantly formaldehyde-free adhesives. Since you will be preparing food, you will want your surface to be as healthy and non-toxic as possible.
These new counter tops made of completely recycled materials ordinarily would have ended up in landfills. What a great way to help the environment.
Recycled glass countertops are quite affordable, lovely, and colorful, offered in a wide range of designs and patterns. Recycled glass counter tops are made by mixing colorful recycled glass into a cement, concrete or resin base.
Counter tops endure a lot of wear and tear, so two of the important things to consider are durability and stain resistance. If you choose your material carefully, do your research on what type of counter top would work best for your life-style, and maintain the surface, your beautiful eco-friendly counter top will last for years.
