Installing new countertops can instantly give your kitchen a new aesthetic. When you work with a professional contractor, you don't have to settle for sub-par cookie-cutter designs. The options are endless. However, along with the installation process, the quality of your countertops depends largely on the materials. For new countertops, you're going to want to stick with either granite, quartz, or marble. And here's why.
Granite is affordable, heat resistant, and stain resistant. It's extremely durable and looks great as a centerpiece for the kitchen. Granite is incredibly easy to design around and match the aesthetic of because it typically has a neutral, dark color. A large slab of granite for your countertop can open the door to a wide range of design opportunities for the rest of the kitchen.
Along with being easy to clean, granite is also great if you have kids or pets because of its durability. It's not impossible, but it's rather difficult to chip or scratch granite with typical, everyday use.
The number one benefit of a quartz countertop is probably the non-porous surface. The non-porous surface of quartz makes it incredibly stain-resistant. Granite countertops will absorb liquids over time and become difficult to properly clean. Quartz countertops won't absorb liquids as well and will remain unstained as long as you wipe away any spills. If you find the stains too hard to clean or your countertop has lost its shine, you may need to get in touch with a countertop installation service.
Quartz's non-porous surface is great because you won't have to seal your countertops as you do with granite and marble. Quartz is a much harder stone. It's also incredibly unlikely to ever chip.
Marble countertops are a fantastic option because they're durable, affordable, and can last a lifetime. Marble is cheaper than many natural stone alternatives like granite and quartz. It's stronger than many other countertop materials but soft enough to allow for elaborate designs during fabrication. It's also easy to remove stains. According to the Marble Institute, a 12% hydrogen peroxide solution with a few drops of ammonia can remove stains. When properly sealed and maintained, marble countertops can last a lifetime.
Marble is also incredibly heat resistant. It won't melt, burn, or catch fire. You should still use something under hot pans to avoid damaging the seal, but you won't burn your house down from a misplaced pan.
New countertops are an exciting and expensive home addition. It's something you want to do right the first time with the best materials available. If you're in the market for new granite, quartz, or marble countertops, then get in touch with the professionals today at Top Granite & Marble.
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