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Everyone cares about price. We all want to save a penny when possible. It’s natural, then, that many people ask us about the price of solid surface. Is solid surface expensive?

The quick and easy answer is yes. If you compare the price of solid surface to that of, say, laminate, it will be much more expensive. But there are many factors to consider when looking at the price of solid surface.

It’s cheaper than many traditional materials

While solid surface is certainly not the cheapest option, it’s definitely not the most expensive one, either. According to consumerreports.org, the cheapest materials, such as laminate or ceramic tiles, range from $10 to $30 per square foot, whereas the more expensive ones, such as stainless steel and granite, can reach up $200 per square foot. Solid surface falls in the middle, ranging from $35 to $100 per square foot, making it comparable in price to materials such as quartz and marble.

You get what you pay for

Quality counts. When you buy a product that gives you a bigger bang for your buck, you save money in the long run. Laminate is cheaper, but it’s maintenance cost is high and it’s average life cycle is one to five years. Stainless steel has a low maintenance cost but lasts only three to seven years, on average. Solid surface not only has a low maintenance cost but also lasts for decades. Moreover, while many materials are non-renewable, solid surface is easy to repair when scratched or stained. Therefore, while more expensive than other options initially, solid surface is a cheaper long-term option. Read more on the long-term savings of solid surface here.

Not all solid surface products are the same

One of the major benefits of Shield’s solid surface products is their customizability. We can manufacture your product to fit your all of your needs—including your budget. We can lower the cost of a product by utilizing cheaper materials such as melamine and MDF wood where possible, giving you a more affordable product while still maintaining the benefits of solid surface.

Moreover, our efficient manufacturing process saves us money, and those savings are passed down to you. Therefore, we can work with you to carry out your vision while staying within the parameters of your budget.

Is solid surface expensive?

Yes and no. Initially, it’s a bit pricey. But when compared with other traditional building materials, it proves a cheaper option in the long run. Moreover, we can customize solid surface products to fit your budget, further increasing the material’s affordability. So, is solid surface expensive? Well, it all depends on how you look at it.

Have a question that you want answered? Tell us. We’d love to answer it in our next Q&A Tuesday.