Countertop Material available from Carapace, LLC.
Carapace carries a variety of countertop materials to choose from for a variety of applications ranging from residential to commercial to industrial uses. With such a wide range of options, deciding on the right material for your countertop can be a daunting task. Luckily, Carapace consultants are here to help!
Choosing a countertop material
Today’s creative designers and consumers enjoy a wider range of color, patterns and material type than ever before. It's easy to get caught up choosing a kitchen countertop material based on looks or price alone. However, it's extremely important to consider how the countertop material will be used to first determine which type will provide the best choice.
Once the needs of the countertop material has been defined, consider the quality of the various materials based on those specific needs. If the countertop material will be subject to stains, you’ll want to look for a stain-resistant material. If, instead, the countertop will require harsh cleaning, you’ll want to look for a countertop material that allows abrasive cleaners to be used.
A natural choice for many countertop projects is the care-free durability and versatility of DuPont Corian. The porous-free Corian material requires only normal cleaning and, if scratched or damaged, it is easy to repair.
Carapace also offers the timeless beauty of granite countertop materials, luxurious Zodiaq® quartz, Soterra™, natural soapstone and colorful ARPA high-pressure laminates for projects that require a beautiful and unique appearance.
Choosing the ideal surface for your project will require a lot of knowledge and thought about the types of materials available. Carapace provides the following information to help you determine which countertop material will meet your specific design, durability and budget needs.
Scroll down this page for comprehensive manufacturer information, color charts, request literature and countertop material samples for residential and commercial applications.
Natural Stone Countertop Materials
Granite Certified by DuPont
 Granite Certified by DuPont is the first and only natural stone stictly selected for quality, according to DuPont's strict 5-Point Advantage.
Granite Certified by DuPont also comes in a range of colors and patterns supported by a 10-year warranty. View Granite Certified by DuPont sample colors.
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Carapace Stone Surfaces
 Carapace Stone Surfaces include selections of granite and soapstone competitively priced for any installation.
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Soterra™ Stone Surfacing System
 Soterra™ is an integrated system of natural marble and granite products that adds amazing flexibility to the beauty and durability of 100% natural stone. Thinly sliced, reinforced slabs make stone surfaces, shower and tub enclosures, and floors easier, faster, and more affordable. Combine with quarry-matched, pre-shaped molding and edge treatments, tiles, vanities, even pre-sloped pans for consistent color and veining across an entire job. The full Soterra system is available in 10 color varieties and is ideal for new construction as well as installation over existing laminates or ceramic tile.
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Natural Soapstone
 Soapstone is a natural stone that is a perfect choice for a variety of interior and exterior surfaces, including countertops. Although smooth and silky to touch, it is a durable and dense surface. It can be cleaned using any cleaning products, from liquid detergents to abrasive cleansers. Soapstone does not need sealing or polishing, although the application of mineral oil will enhance the color of the stone.
It possesses all the beauty of other natural stones, such as granite or marble, with additional performance strengths. Soapstone is inert which means that acids and alkalis will not etch soapstone as they will other stone surfaces. It is also impervious to temperature changes. Soapstone seams can be made tight, smooth, and inconspicuous. It is cut with conventional wood and masonry cutting and finishing tools.
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Decorative Surfaces
DuPont Corian® Solid Surfaces
 DuPont invented solid surface countertops with the introduction of Corian® over 35 years ago. Ever since, DuPont Corian® has led the way in style, color, texture, and product innovation. Backed by a transferable 10-year warranty, Corian is trusted by industry professionals, and their customers, to provide enduring performance and inviting beauty for the most challenging of installations at competitive prices.
The affordability, design versatility, and outstanding performance of Corian® has made it the material of choice for a variety of surfacing projects. With over 100 colors, Corian® is beauty that is more than skin deep with solid value. It is scratch and stain resistant, hygienic, renewable, and easy to clean and maintain. With all that Corian® brings to building projects, how can anyone not afford to choose Corian® Solid Surfaces?
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DuPont Zodiaq® Quartz Surfaces
 With 7 million patents, DuPont has been a leader in innovation throughout its 200-year history. A recent surfacing innovation, DuPont Zodiaq Quartz Surfaces combines the beauty of quartz crystals with the science of creativity. The result is a hard surface that is as strong stone and easier to maintain. The subtle shimmer of Zodiaq brings a uniquely luxurious style to any interior.
Made primarily of natural quartz, Zodiaq® has several benefits over stone such as granite or marble. It is consistent from slab to slab making the color, texture, and shading harmonious when installed. Four to five times stronger than most granite or marble, Zodiaq does not crack or split along a weak vein. Made of one of the hardest naturally occurring minerals found in nature, Zodiaq Quartz Surfaces has superior strength. It is non-porous and never needs sealing. From serene to sensational, bold to bright, the elegant look of Zodiaq brings sophistication to any environment.
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ARPA Decorative Laminates
 ARPA laminates brings the allure and distinction of Italian style to the U.S. A selection of the most popular and discerning colors in the ARPA color palette of high pressure laminates has been chosen to create an offering specifically for the U.S. market. With local inventory, the look that is ARPA can be delivered in just a matter of days. The depth of color, contemporary and innovative metals, and woodgrains that combine the randomness of nature with the performance of laminate imbue ARPA laminates with a diverse and complete surfacing material.
Unceasing innovation has been the hallmark of ARPA Decorative Laminates since 1954. Made in Italy, ARPA constantly works with the international design community and international institutes to meet and anticipate design trends. This same principle of innovation is consistently and strenuously applied to their environmental efforts. The use of manufacturing operations that minimally impact the environment contributes to maintaining the world’s natural beauty – the inspiration for ARPA’s innovative and stylish designs.
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