If you are among the millions of Americans who are going green and you need to replace your countertops then you will want to hear about recycled glass countertops. The name tells you that it is eco-friendly but is it worth the price? If you consider that all of the previously unrecyclable glass like broken bottles and traffic light glass can now be transformed into a beautiful kitchen or bathroom countertop then many would say yes. When you throw in the following you get an even more positive response: Recycled glass countertops are non-porous. They are very durable and generally last a very long time. They come in many colors and color combinations so you can have traditional colors or trendy mixes of color. Maintenance is low for this material. Use an all-purpose cleaner and your countertop will look great. Unlike most other countertop surfaces, recycled glass handles heat very well.

The price is comparable to that of marble but not only is glass being recycled but since there has to be no digging or mining for glass there is a lot of energy and water saved as well. Eco-friendly doesn't even begin to cover the earth friendly benefits of this countertop.

Recycled glass countertops must be professionally installed. In most cases the company from which you buy the countertop will be able to give you installation charges but it is upper end cost. The fact is; if you can afford to get recycled glass countertops and you want a long lasting, beautiful, durable and earth friendly counter, then there is nothing that should be stopping you right now. If this option is not in your plans right now you may still be able to budget for it so that you can get one of these fantastic countertops in your home in the future.

The countertops are made from about 80%-85% recycled glass along with other materials. Since it is made primarily of glass, scratches can be a problem but since they are not 100% glass there is some leeway. It is something you should be aware of though. Everything else about this product (if it is in your budget or price range) is positive. With more people going eco-friendly and encouraging businesses to do the same this is definitely a step in the right direction. It cleans up unusable glass, doesn't disturb the earth and is transformed into a beautiful countertop for your kitchen or bathroom

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