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Q: Is solid surface as good as quartz?

• <div><p>There are many differences between solid surface and quartz countertops. Whether one is as good as the other will depend on what you value most in a counter. These two materials are nonporous, although quartz is more durable. Some people may prefer the look of quartz, although they&rsquo;re both available in many different colors and designs.</p></div>

Q: What is the best adhesive for an undermount sink to granite?

• <div><p>When installing an undermount kitchen sink in a granite countertop, use 100% silicone to secure the basin. If you&rsquo;re worried your sink is too heavy, speak with a countertop professional about how to adhere the sink to the countertop without worrying about issues down the road. Sagging undermount sinks can be a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plumbing-problems.htm">common plumbing problem</a> if they&rsquo;re not properly adhered, so always make sure you&rsquo;re using a high-quality material.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a vanity top and a countertop?

• <div><p>A countertop is a broad term that applies to multiple rooms in the house, like kitchens and bathrooms. Meanwhile, a vanity top is specifically associated with bathroom cabinets. In short, all vanity tops are countertops, but not all countertops are vanity tops. When discussing a bathroom, the phrases &ldquo;countertop&rdquo; and &ldquo;vanity top&rdquo; are used interchangeably.</p></div>

Q: Will baking soda damage countertops?

• <div><p>Baking soda can damage some countertops, but it makes an excellent mild abrasive for removing stains on other countertops. For example, never use baking soda on quartz or glass countertops, but you can use it on laminate and tile. Stay away from using it on quartz because it can scratch and damage the counter, and glass is prone to scratches. Since baking soda is a mild abrasive, you can only use it on certain surfaces.</p></div>

Q: What goes under a laminate countertop?

• <div><p>If you are building a laminate countertop from scratch, instead of buying premade laminate countertops, you can use particle board underneath the laminate. You will need to use a sheet of particle board for the substrate, along with four-inch strips underneath the edges. For proper installation, make sure that any seams are level and use a sander as necessary before installing the laminate.</p></div>

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Last update on March 18, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
My husband and I had a tub tore out and a shower unit put in along with partial flooring. Mason and Kyle were excellent! They were informative, easy to get along with, they did an incredible job on our shower and floor! Even our dog loved them! Highly recommend C. Michael Exteriors!
C. Michael Exteriors, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2025
I received an inspection and estimate on the same day of my initial call to Lake Country Gutters; and within a week my new gutters and gutter covers were installed. Since then the weather has been terrible, but the gutters have been working fine. I would recommend Lake Country Gutters to...
Lake Country Gutters, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2025
Tommy did a great job and very reliable. He showed up and did the job in a timely manner and the clean up was second to none. After the grass grows you will never know there was 2 box elder trees with a 4? round stump.
Timber Tamers
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Reviewed in March 2025
Joe did an outstanding job. I needed two windows removed and reframed before I could have my windows installed. The two windows were very old and heavy and there was some rot around the sill. Joe came out looked at it and was able to give me a great and reasonable price. He came out two days...
Anchors Away Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
Curtis and his helper did a fantastic job! The cabinets weren't the best made but they made sure they were hung properly and level. We had no problem installing a microwave to one of them. They arrived on-time and communication was excellent. I'd highly recommend hiring him for any handyman job.
Limners Interior and Exterior Service's
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Reviewed in September 2024
Tony put together a steel building which I use as a garage. There were thousands of bolts to put it together. Tony and his crew were very patient and did an excellent job! They worked every weekend (he had another job commitment M-F). There was a weekend when it rained all day Saturday and...
J&T Sherry Construction
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Reviewed in August 2024
This gentleman came on my property and dealt with the most extreme conditions of rocks and Hillside and he did it very well with great communication ,went above and beyond to please me!
Thickett-B-Gone
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Reviewed in August 2024
Iâ ve used them for years and trust Jessica and Tony fully- they do an excellent job, plus are cautious with our stuff. They even go the extra mile and have done handymanâ s jobs, and washed dishes in the sink if Iâ m late for work, are very sweet with our dogs. I canâ t imagine ever...
J&T Cleaning
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Reviewed in January 2024
Had flooding issues/water damage in our bathroom and adjoining spare room. We needed new flooring, toilet, vanity and sink, baseboards, and large sections of drywall installed. Norb was very professional and efficient with excellent communication throughout the project. The project was completed...
Norb Miller General Contractor
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Reviewed in November 2023
Steve installed laminate wood flooring in our living room and a bedroom closet. He was very flexible with our schedule as we wanted to paint before the flooring was installed. He installed the entire floor in the living room in one day and itâ s a large area. He installed the flooring in the...
Steve Hare
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Laminate Countertops - InstallLaminate Countertops - RepairSolid Surface Countertops - Install (Concrete, Stainless Steel, etc)+3 more

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Overall experience, from visiting their site to select the granite, scheduling the template and countertop installation, and the installation itself was positive. Installers were very conscientious in their work"

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Solid Surface Countertops - Install (Concrete, Stainless Steel, etc)Stone Slab Countertops - Install (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a quality Job."

Response time11 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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High Tech Construction Co

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Laminate Countertops - InstallLaminate Countertops - RepairSolid Surface Countertops - Install (Concrete, Stainless Steel, etc)+3 more

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So far everything went well. We have to wait for a big big rain to see if the leaks were repaired."

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Recommended by81%of homeowners

Laminate Countertops - InstallSolid Surface Countertops - Install (Concrete, Stainless Steel, etc)Stone Slab Countertops - Install (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On time, excellent work. Very reasonable charges. Will use again."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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WPP Building and Design

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Laminate Countertops - InstallLaminate Countertops - RepairSolid Surface Countertops - Install (Concrete, Stainless Steel, etc)+3 more

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

"Very good; excellent job. Also discussed future plans and design for patio area improvements in the near future to return my back yard into my comfort zone."

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

Recommended by58%of homeowners

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Tile and Stone of Syracuse

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Stone Slab Countertops - Install (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)Stone Slab Countertops - Repair (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nAnything outside of a 50 mile radius trip charge may included\n

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Calico's Custom Cabinetry

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Laminate Countertops - InstallSolid Surface Countertops - Install (Concrete, Stainless Steel, etc)Stone Slab Countertops - Install (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We have over fifteen years of cabinetry experience.

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Response time6 days

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Lions Pride Flooring & Remodeling

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Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

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At Lionspride Flooring, we specialize in high quality flooring installations and repairs at affordable rates. We love what we do and look forward to serving you. To work with the best, please give us a call and let us earn your business. You'll be happy you did!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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First Choice Home Improvement Inc.

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Laminate Countertops - InstallSolid Surface Countertops - Install (Concrete, Stainless Steel, etc)Stone Slab Countertops - Install (Granite, Marble, Quartz, etc)

Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

"They seemed good on the outside but sub contracted my window replacement project out and my garden window was leaking and it took months for them to send the sub contractors back. They did not take responsibility for the sub contractors work and made me have to keep trying to hunt the sub contractors down."

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Baskent Daybreak, Inc.

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Serving Dundee, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Baskent Daybreak, Inc. is a client-focused company that strives to insure the highest level of customer satisfaction.

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Countertops and Backsplashes questions, answered by experts

There are many differences between solid surface and quartz countertops. Whether one is as good as the other will depend on what you value most in a counter. These two materials are nonporous, although quartz is more durable. Some people may prefer the look of quartz, although they’re both available in many different colors and designs.

When installing an undermount kitchen sink in a granite countertop, use 100% silicone to secure the basin. If you’re worried your sink is too heavy, speak with a countertop professional about how to adhere the sink to the countertop without worrying about issues down the road. Sagging undermount sinks can be a common plumbing problem if they’re not properly adhered, so always make sure you’re using a high-quality material.

A countertop is a broad term that applies to multiple rooms in the house, like kitchens and bathrooms. Meanwhile, a vanity top is specifically associated with bathroom cabinets. In short, all vanity tops are countertops, but not all countertops are vanity tops. When discussing a bathroom, the phrases “countertop” and “vanity top” are used interchangeably.

Baking soda can damage some countertops, but it makes an excellent mild abrasive for removing stains on other countertops. For example, never use baking soda on quartz or glass countertops, but you can use it on laminate and tile. Stay away from using it on quartz because it can scratch and damage the counter, and glass is prone to scratches. Since baking soda is a mild abrasive, you can only use it on certain surfaces.

If you are building a laminate countertop from scratch, instead of buying premade laminate countertops, you can use particle board underneath the laminate. You will need to use a sheet of particle board for the substrate, along with four-inch strips underneath the edges. For proper installation, make sure that any seams are level and use a sander as necessary before installing the laminate.

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