It is important to put some thought into remodeling your kitchen and choosing your kitchen countertops
You spend a lot of time in your kitchen; it is the heart of a home. When kitchen remodeling, it’s important to put thought into the elements that will be used daily, especially when it comes to kitchen countertop materials. These surfaces see food, school supplies, and appliances daily. They not only need to hold up but look good in the process. Here are a few tips when selecting your new kitchen countertop surface.
When it comes to kitchen countertops: durability and maintenance
If you have a busy family with kids, you will want something that stands up to wear and tear; however, you also want something you like because you will look at it daily. Granite and quartz are two outstanding products: highly durable and heat and stain resistant.
First, granite is naturally occurring, meaning that each granite kitchen countertop design is unique. Esthetically speaking, granite adds sophisticated style and color splashes to your home. Granite countertops are extremely hard and durable, lasting upwards of decades before signs of wear. A professional seal is crucial to ensure they last a long time.
Quartz is a very durable mineral. That said, you should know that quartz is bound together to make a finished kitchen countertop, making it very customizable. That binding resin mixture solidifies with the quartz leaving a solid, non-porous material; super strong, scratch and chip resistant, and easy to maintain. Make sure to keep a barrier between the countertop and hot objects. Regular exposure to heat will lead to discoloration.
The cost of your kitchen countertops is an important part of your kitchen remodeling budget. There are countertops on all ends of the cost spectrum. Kitchen countertop prices range from $22 per square foot for a basic plastic laminate to $250 per square foot for top-grade marble or granite but vary depending on local suppliers and builders. It is wise to target your ideal material and then find the version that fits your budget.
At Country Creek Builders, we help our clients factor in all cost elements of their kitchen remodel, including cabinetry, appliances, flooring, backsplash, countertops, and more. We help our clients find one that suits their needs and, more importantly, works within their budget.
We mentioned briefly above homeowners want to choose a kitchen countertop that is pleasing to the eyes…as they will see it every day, multiple times a day. The great thing is that there are tons of options to choose from. To an extent, granite, quartzite, and even marble have many variations, so one is sure to attract your attention.
Countertops add a tremendous amount of character to your new kitchen. Choose one that takes it to the next level and enhances all the other elements you’ve selected. To give you an idea of what other homeowners are favoring, here are some of the top countertop surfaces (on a national scale) according to the NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association):
Country Creek Builders typically places granite, and quartz countertops in our kitchen remodel, mainly due to our client’s needs, tastes and budget, so your project may differ.
Visit our website for kitchen remodel ideas, and then call us at 952-484-9812 to set up a time for us to meet. Contact us to talk about your remodeling needs. We’ll help you design the kitchen of your dreams and select the perfect kitchen countertop.
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