When building a new home or renovating the kitchen in your existing home, choosing the right kitchen countertops can be both tricky and challenging. You want to be able to balance not only the aesthetic appearance but your budget as well. To simplify things a little bit for you, the team here at American Services of TN, LLC wants to offer some important insight about some of the most popular countertop options that are on the market today.
COUNTERTOP OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM
Quartz – Quartz is by far one of the most popular of all countertop materials today. A man-made material, quartz contains resins, pigments and polymers in addition to 90% quartz. It looks much like stone, but is a whole lot more durable and has the ability to withstand many stains as well as abrasions. It is available in a variety of colors and patterns and, because it is not porous, it wards off bacteria easily. The only real downside to quartz is the fact that its edges and corners can chip. Overall cost of quartz is in the range of $80 to $135 per square foot.
Granite – Granite is a natural stone. It presents with beautiful veins and many colors and has a number of other natural features to his composition and appearance. It is stain resistant and can be easily installed and sealed. A minor downside is the simple fact that granite is not as hard a material as quartz is. The cost of granite falls within the range of $80 to $170 per square foot.
Marble – Marble is also a natural stone. It is available in a matte finish or a polished finish and is a material that seems always to be in style. Marble is a cost-effective material, though there are some marble types, especially those from Italy, that can be quite costly. The downsides to marble include the fact that it is not as hard as granite and tends to stain more easily. It can be a somewhat high maintenance material so it requires a top-quality sealant that should be reapplied to the surface every six months. The cost of marble ranges from $50 to $200 per square foot.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS FOR YOUR HOME
When it comes time to choose your kitchen countertops be sure to make a list of what features are important to you and your kitchen design. Are you looking to create a showy kitchen or a kitchen that can accommodate all your activities and be able to withstand a whole lot of use? Further, you must decide on how much time and effort you want to put into maintaining your kitchen and countertops. Will you have the time to reseal countertops perhaps twice per year or even repair cracks that may occur or do you prefer materials that require no maintenance at all? Are you looking for an upscale look, a trendy, modern look, or something a wee bit more natural looking? Whatever your preferences may be, it is important to discuss your ideas and your preferred style with one of our design consultants before starting your kitchen project or install.
THE PROFESSIONALS YOU CAN TRUST
Here at American Services of TN, LLC, we take pride in providing our valued clients with only the highest quality and best all-around products and services this side of Nashville. Our team is steadfast in their overall commitment to meet the individual needs of all our clients and is on hand to answer questions, talk about your design ideas and discuss any concerns. If you are
looking to install a whole new kitchen or renovate your existing kitchen, and are unsure which kitchen countertops will serve you best, then reach out to one of our design consultants today. We look forward to serving you and to helping you create the perfect kitchen design that will not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home but its overall value as well.
