Best Kept Secrets of Kitchen Countertops
Few people really know the advantages and disadvantages of the surface they choose to put in their kitchen. Most people simply choose a style of counter based on their aesthetic and monetary constraints.
With all of the available option to pick from, laminate, Corian, granite, marble, quartz; the choices go on and on. So, how do you know what to look for when buying a surface for your home?
Style, Durablity and Maintenance tend to be the three main principles behind finding a counter that will offer you years of enjoyment.
Style
The style of your counter top is probably for most consumers the first thing that they consider. How it looks in both pattern, design and color are all aspects that affect how we perceive the surface. Beyond these initial options, the edge and polish finish are important consideration. The edge can be bull nose rounded beveled and on and on. Also the surface can be leathered, honed, or polished.
Durability
The longevity of the product you place into your home is a key aspect to the cost and value of recouped benefit. The longer the material last the more you get for your money. Most people are interested in a counter that will last the lifetime of the home and not suffer from scratches, staining and other natural defects that some products can incur.
Maintenance
No one wants to have to constantly keep up with their countertops. The efficiency of a low maintenace material is paramount for most homeowners who want a product that is aesthetically pleasing, will last a lifetime and is free from time consuming up keep.