Solid surface countertops are man-made and mimic the appearance of stone countertops. However, unlike natural stone countertops, solid surface counters can be almost any pattern or color imaginable. Solid surface countertops were made to resist etching, cracking, chipping, burning, or staining. Solid surface countertops do not need to be sealed. Furthermore, due to the chemical makeup of this countertop, scratches can easily be sanded out to keep your counters looking fantastic for years to come