Of all the countertop materials you can buy, stone is the gold standard for both durability and character. Every rock pulled from the earth has its own DNA or in other words, character; it will always be a distinctive piece of art. Unaffected by hot pans or water, a stone countertop will last you decades. The only downside is it can chip if you hit something hard against it but no worries, with a professional's help, it can be restored to its original shape. Here are just a few reasons why stone is the way to go: it is distinctive, durable, seamless, has low maintenance, it’s repairable and impervious to water.