The varieties of materials and styles that are now available in kitchen countertops ensures that you will have no problem finding kitchen countertops that are just right for your kitchen. Don't scrimp on the price of your countertops. They will take much use and abuse over the years - you use them to hold hot dishes, cut vegetable and fruits on them thereby exposing them to scratches and nicks and spill gravies and liquids that leave stains. A new kitchen countertop will be the crowning glory f your brand new kitchen. This isn't an investment that you will have to make again and again and you can expect your countertops to last as long as your house, so don't pinch pennies here.
Granite is the first choice of home owners when it comes to kitchen countertops and its not hard to se why. As its use has become widespread it has become more affordable and has a reputation for durability and strength. Get your granite countertop sealed to prevent stains. Marble is an elegant choice for kitchen countertop but might be a little expensive. If you can't afford to have marble all around your countertop, consider a marble island kitchen countertop instead. Engineered stone or quartz countertops come in a greater variety of colors than granite and are resistant to nicks and stains. Ceramic tiled kitchen countertops are inexpensive, and are easy to clean. They could however be uneven giving them a less than elegant look and there is always the problem of grout to consider. Wood countertops are expensive but extremely good looking. Chips and scratches are always a problem, and a wood kitchen countertop is not suitable for heavy use.
Remember to take your lifestyle into consideration before you make a decision. Wood and marble are high quality but also high maintenance materials that can take a lot of time and effort to maintain. These are not the right choice if you have large family and cook often. With such a wide range of materials and colors available you're sure to find the kitchen countertop that's right for your home.
My kitchen is very small with old cabinets and fixtures. I would like to completely remodel it with new cabinets, countertops, sink, shelves, or whatever else will be useful to make the small space efficient and usable. This would also include new appliances, however the floor will remain in tact.
Jessica T
I have a very old and relatively small kitchen. I would like to update all appliances, floor, and backsplash, replace countertops, and paint. I am looking for a more functional kitchen with more modern updates. I know I would rather just refinish/resurface my cabinets if possible. I am also interested in seeing a couple of designs to knock out a wall to open up the space if possible. I am also open to seeing my kitchen reconfigured to help the flow and functionality of things. Thanks for your help.
Catherine F