Just put in a new kitchen sink and wondering if anyone else struggled this much

Quartz is a solid choice, especially if moisture was your main issue. A couple quick thoughts though:

- Quartz is definitely durable and easy maintenance. Just don't put hot pans directly on it—seen a few folks learn that lesson the hard way.
- If you're dealing with moisture, granite can work too but needs sealing periodically. Not a huge deal, but something to keep in mind.
- Laminate has come a long way recently, but yeah, once moisture gets under there... it's game over.
- Personally, I've installed quartz counters in plenty of kitchens and haven't had any callbacks about moisture issues yet. Fingers crossed.

And you're right—kitchens always throw surprises at you mid-project. Ever opened up a wall expecting clear sailing and found plumbing or wiring exactly where it shouldn't be? That's always fun...

"Ever opened up a wall expecting clear sailing and found plumbing or wiring exactly where it shouldn't be? That's always fun..."

Haha, been there... more times than I'd like to admit. Speaking of moisture and countertops though, has anyone here experimented with recycled glass counters? I've heard they're eco-friendly and pretty resistant to moisture, but I'm curious how they actually hold up in real-life kitchen chaos—anyone got firsthand experience?

I've seen recycled glass counters in a few projects, and honestly, they're pretty solid. Moisture isn't usually the issue—it's more about impact resistance. Drop something heavy like cast iron, and you might end up with chips or cracks. They're eco-friendly and look great, sure, but if your kitchen sees a lot of heavy-duty cooking action, I'd think twice. Quartz or granite might be less trendy, but they're tougher in the long run... just my two cents.

Interesting point about recycled glass counters. I recently went through the countertop decision myself—ended up choosing quartz precisely because of durability concerns. I cook quite a bit and use heavy pans regularly, so impact resistance was definitely on my mind. Still, I wonder if anyone with recycled glass has found effective ways to minimize chipping risks... maybe thicker cutting boards or mats around the stove area? Curious if those small adjustments make a noticeable difference.

"Still, I wonder if anyone with recycled glass has found effective ways to minimize chipping risks... maybe thicker cutting boards or mats around the stove area?"

Thicker cutting boards might help a bit, but realistically, recycled glass is always going to have that vulnerability. Have you considered edge profiles instead? Rounded or beveled edges can significantly reduce chipping from accidental impacts. I've seen clients go this route and have fewer issues overall. Might be worth looking into if durability is a major concern in your kitchen environment.