Aside from looking chic, kitchen countertops have to be practical.
When the time comes to start off your kitchen and decor renovation, people become very excited about custom cabinets and new countertops. It is easy to understand why they are noticeable and a wide selection of stunning options are available. Aside from looking chic, kitchen countertops have to be practical. They can be made with various materials, some that require more intensive maintenance, while others just require a wipe off to remove any debris from food preparation or messes. Read on to learn more!
Granite Kitchen Countertops
Granite countertops are the reigning kind of kitchen countertop material. Granite is one of the most requested materials for new kitchen designs and are a popular choice for bathroom vanities too. Let’s face it, they’re gorgeous and instantly add elegance to your kitchen with a deep and glossy shine. Created with natural granite stone, each slab has a special design, from a subtle pattern to bigger and more bold markings. If you are looking for natural kitchen designs, you should go with granite. They’re durable and scratch-resistant, but they are heavy. Make sure you have solid and well-built kitchen cabinets that can take the weight.
Quartz Kitchen Countertops
Quartz countertops are usually composites under brand names such as Caesarstone, Silestone, and Cambria. Composite quartz countertops look like natural stone but, upon close inspection, lack the natural variation. Built with 93% quartz mixed with resins, they will get you very close to a natural look while also retaining the toughness and simple care benefits. Quartz kitchen countertops are a low-cost option, making them a real favorite.
Marble Kitchen Countertops
Marble is a very luxurious natural stone with elegant veins running through it. We do not usually see large expanses of marble used in many kitchens today though. Why is this? Marble usually comes with an expensive price tag, and it is also high-maintenance, so you have to be careful what you use to clean it. It is also not very heat-resistant, so to avoid scratches and stains you need sealing.
Wooden Kitchen Countertops
Wooden countertops are made of straightened planks of wood carefully glued together to help create an exceptionally sturdy worktop. These counters are now rising in popularity since people are moving towards eco-friendly options, but a butcher block or wooden counter is much more prone to scratches and nicks. To keep them in good shape, consistent maintenance is needed. If you opt for a polyurethane finish, it has to be applied every couplel of years.
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