Dekton by Cosentino, from $58 per square foot The material offers a strong alternative to natural stone. Its manufacturing process “gives the surface virtually zero porosity, ensuring excellent scratch resistance, high resistance to stains, and an easy-clean surface." Photo 5 of 5 in Smart Home Materials You Need to Know About by Diana Budds from New Kitchen Materials You Should Know About

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Dekton by Cosentino, from $58 per square foot

The material offers a strong alternative to natural stone. Its manufacturing process “gives the surface virtually zero porosity, ensuring excellent scratch resistance, high resistance to stains, and an easy-clean surface."