Tips For Choosing Countertops For Your Kitchen or Bath
Renovating a kitchen or bathroom is a big investment – financially and in the time it takes to complete. That’s why it is so important to choose materials that work for your lifestyle and will last for years to come. Our interior designers will help guide you towards the countertop product that best suits the aesthetics of your space, fits within your budget, and offers a level of care and maintenance you can live with long-term.
The countertop materials we most commonly recommend and key things to know about each one are:
Quartz
- Man-made
- Low maintenance and easy to care for
- Available in a wide range of colors and patterns
- Doesn’t require sealing
- Corners can chip with excessive wear and tear
Granite
- Natural
- Extremely durable
- Comes in a variety of colors
- Declining in popularity
- Requires sealing
Marble
- Natural
- Luxurious and timeless
- Ages to a beautiful patina over time
- Can be expensive and is prone to etching, staining, and chipping
- Requires sealing and ongoing maintenance
Soapstone
- Natural and low maintenance
- Non-porous and doesn’t stain
- Durable but can show dents and wear over time
- Can be expensive
Wood
- Natural
- Timeless
- Durable and long-lasting
- Requires regular oiling
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