My problem is that I am designing my 12,000 sq ft "Forever" Home and I am wondering if I should use a Natural Stone, Quartz, or a Solid Surface as the countertops in the guest bathrooms. I like the look and low maintenance of Quartz, the beauty of natural stones (Quartzite), but a Solid Surface is cheaper and some look really good. I have 9 guest bathroom suites to design and I don't want to use expensive materials just because they are deemed "Must Haves" nor do I want to buy something that I will have to replace 5 years down the road because it couldn't hold up to the wear and tear. In the Owner's Suite I will be using marble-like Quartzite (Natural Stone) and Soapstone because they are classic and hold up fairly well. Does anyone have suggestions?
P.S. I do not like granite.