security deposit deduction for damaged quartz counter tops

[Marcus Auerbach]

My lease option tenant decided that the home was not for her and moved out. She left the home in decent shape, normal wear and tear of a family with dog and kids and after a day of cleaning it was ready to go on the market again. The one thing that I cannot fix is the damage of the counter tops which appear to be from a hot pot. It is not easily possible to remove the piece and even if it would come out I doubt I would be able to get the exact same color. I paid about $8000 for the tops - its a large kitchen. Now the questions is how much should I deduct from her security deposit?

[Bryan N.]

Well, I learned something.  I was under the impression that Quartz was nearly indestructible.  Guess not.  I'm glad I've stuck with laminate that looks like granite for now.