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LoriSF - According to some kitchen industry estimates, concrete countertops ARE "catching on" with overall sales doubling each year to where they now comprise 1% of the countertop market. I know it doesn't sound like much, but we think it's pretty big given the overall size of the countertop industry.

I'd also like to comment on the posts about cracking and water absorption: Yes concrete is pourous, but just like marble or limestone once it's properly sealed there should be no penetration of water or other liquids. The right sealer will make it stain proof.

Cracking? unacceptable. With recent developments in reinforcing methods, there is no excuse for a concrete countertop to crack. If it does, your contractor should replace it, free-of-charge.