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Green Countertop Questions

Do natural stone countertops give off dangerous toxins?

— Beth C Marietta, GA

Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS

A Kitchen That Works LLC

December 19, 2012

Do natural stone countertops give off dangerous toxins?

— Beth C Marietta, GA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on December 19, 2012

I'm planning to use reclaimed oak for a kitchen countertop. What will resist water, heat, scratches & is earth friendly?

— Carol Nystuen Tempe, AZ

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on November 20, 2012

What are the most green countertops you recommend?

— Michael Lustig Brooklyn, NY

Answered by Inger Yancey on November 16, 2012

How can I be sure there is no radon emission from Corian?

— Simone Fitzgibbon Alexandria, VA

Answered by Erik Henry on October 30, 2012

We have water spots that won't come off our black marble countertop. The sealer that was recommended did not do the job.

— richard Boerne, TX

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on August 13, 2012

Can butcher block kitchen wood countertops be permanently sealed (waterproofed) and safely? (Not with oils but a true waterproof seal?)

— Karen Tacoma, WA

Answered by Joel Hirshberg on July 9, 2012

Are granite counter tops eco friendly? Do they off gas? If so, do you have any idea how long off gassing takes?

— ceil critchley Minneapolis, MN

Answered by Edward Wright on June 4, 2012

How can we preserve the grey color of our reclaimed barnwood countertops when we seal the wood? We need to make it washable.

— Cindy Clay Saint Paul, MN

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on April 3, 2012

Is it really possible to get a radon-free granite counter?

— Michelle Washington, DC

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on January 13, 2012

What is the best material for green countertops that are not too expensive?

— Laurie North Richland Hills, TX

Answered by Joel Hirshberg on October 3, 2011

 
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