5 Marble Alternatives When You Can’t Afford Marble


To say marble is a beautiful stone is an understatement.

Considered to be the most aesthetically pleasing of all natural stones, marble is signified by its design, texture and strength. It is basically a stone that has it all; elegance, durability and versatility. However, like all things in life, marble isn’t perfect, but close.

With marble, the only major flaw is that in comparison to other stones, it is more expensive. It doesn’t cost an arm and leg. But for those of us who live on a budget, marble can be worth a few fingers.

As such, for those who appreciate the finer things in life, it’s important that if we cannot have marble, we must have something that is just as good! Here though, we don’t just have one alternative to marble, we have five!

1. Quartz 


For one thing, quartz is more heat, scratch and damage resistant than marble. So if you’re looking to have this marble alternative for a busy home, quartz is the best choice. However, keep in mind that like marble, quartz is porous which means it will stain with time, so remember to have it treated.

2. Solid Surface


Made from synthetic material, solid surface is aesthetically pleasing and durable, not to mention, stain resistant. Available in plenty of styles, solid surfacing can be thermoformed into different shapes. So if you’re thinking of adding this option as a worktop or countertop with some curved edges, this’ll be just fine.

3. Ceramic


Probably one of the most popular budget-options; ceramic is bacteria, scratch, heat and stain resistant and holds up well against humidity too. A great choice for outdoor use, ceramic is often used for outdoor kitchens as well.

4. Laminate


Laminate is a good choice if you only want a marble alternative on short term. Because it’s so affordable, easy to install and available in a variety of options; laminate serves well for those who like to change things up every now and then.

5. Neolith 


Neolith is pretty new in the natural stone market but you should have no trouble finding slabs if you use apps like SlabFinder. Cheaper than marble, lightweight, scratch-proof and heat resistant, neolith is man-made but with natural material such as porcelain, glass and quartz and is quite beautiful in style.

Choose a Good Option!

Use apps such as SlabFinder (App Store | Google Play) and get in touch with the right vendors in your area to buy marble countertops.

With the above options and the handy online app, you should have no trouble finding the perfect alternative to beautify your home!

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