Countertop for bar in screened in porch?

[Anonymous]

We are almost done building a large screened in porch (580 sq feet) and are putting a bar in one corner (the walls are closed in here so we can have a tv above the bar). The bar will be stone- what should we use for a bar top ? Our architect wants us to do granite but I'm not sold. I've been looking at painted concrete or even copper- anyone have an opinion? Trying to control costs as this project is already thousands past the original estimate! Thanks!

[Anonymous]

Concrete is expensive to do well and requires skill. I have a massive concrete counter - very cool - but very $. If cost is a factor, I'd go with granite or silestone. Look matters a ton too - is this a modern house? If so, look at corten steel.

[Anonymous]

How large is the bar? Granite remnants are very reasonable. Probably less expensive than other options.

[Anonymous]

I would definitely go for the granite.

[Anonymous]

Copper sounds beautiful! Quartz? Just curious, do you have windows you can open? Our screened porch gets so dirty with dust/pollen. I'm thinking of putting windows in so we can close them when we aren't there.

[Anonymous]

Copper, definitely more memorable and striking than granite

[Anonymous]

Ours is stand-alone, but it is stainless steel. I'm really happy with it. Copper sounds good, as long as you're okay with how it will wear over time.