Love Your Kitchen! A Quick Guide to Kitchen Countertop Surfaces!
Many times in our industry we see homeowners chasing trends. Those trends can wear out so quickly! A kitchen is one of the largest investments that a homeowner can make and lasts for years. Wondering how to help a homeowner navigate the wide world of kitchen work tops? Here’s a quick guide!Â
Quartz Durable Trendsetter
Positives:
- Durable
- Resists heat, water, stains, scratches and bacteria. Remember no surface is indestructable!
- Â Offers a variety of color options, especially those that mimic natural stone.
Common concerns:
- Budget
- Cooler to the touch, like a natural stone.
- Color limitations for the home owner with specific tastes.
Granite & Natural Stone Timeless Beauty
Positives:
- Durable
- Resists heat, water, stains and scratches with sealer. Remember no surface is indestructable!
- Â Unique patterns and colors.
Common concerns:
- Budget
- Cooler to the touch.
- Some homeowners are concerned with bacteria resistance due to the pores in natural stone.
- Unique
Solid Surface Reliable Rainbow
Positives:
- Durable
- Resists water, stains and bacteria. Remember no surface is indestructable!
- Nearly endless color options.Â
- Integrated sinks.Â
- Nearly invisible seams.Â
- Budget friendly.Â
Common concerns:
- Not heat resistant.Â
- Not scratch resistant.Â
- Directional veining in some colors.Â
Laminate Not So-Old Reliable
Positives:
- Durable, remember this has survived decades in most homes.Â
- Resists common household trials. Remember no surface is indestructable!
- Nearly endless color and pattern options.Â
- Ultra budget friendly.Â
Common concerns:
- Not heat resistant.Â
- Not scratch resistant.Â
- Directional veining.Â
