If you are renovating and older home or building your dream home, you will find that you have a lot of choices. In the kitchen alone you will need to choose your appliances, your cabinets, your flooring, your overall design and, of course, your countertops.
When you stop and think about what you notice first when you walk into a kitchen, you will find it is the countertops. Choosing the right type of material as well as the right color and design will all be essential to create that perfect look.
For many people looking for a truly classic countertop that will last a lifetime, natural stone countertops such as granite or marble, or even the option of quartz, which has unique features over the other stone options.
To help you determine which type of countertops is right for your home renovation or new construction here is some basic information on each option and why it may be the perfect choice for your home.
Marble
Marble countertops in Maple Grove, MN homes have long been the standard for luxury and classic designs. These countertops are rich, lustrous and compliment any kitchen design, theme and décor.
Marble is a very durable stone and, with new technology in sealants and treatment, they are no longer high-maintenance countertops. In fact, with sealant, they are not more challenging to maintain than any other type of tile or natural stone.
Granite
Granite is often mistaken for marble, but it tends to have more color options and more defined patterns within the stone. It can include greens and blues, golds and a wide range of grays, blacks, browns, whites and creams.
Granite, like marble, will need to be sealed. Like marble, this can be done as needed, typically every few years, and it requires just minimal, simple daily cleaning to stay looking beautiful and rich for the life of the home.
Quartz
Quartz countertops are strong and durable, and they do not require sealing like marble and granite. This is because they are made from a specialized resin and the actual pieces of quartz, making the countertop non-porous and resistant to water absorption.
Adding quartz countertops will provide you with a very durable surface that will not etch and is extremely difficult to even a scratch or chip under normal use conditions. For an active household with a busy kitchen, quartz is a beautiful and practical consideration.
For custom homes in Maple Grove, MN, or specialized kitchen countertops there are other natural stones to consider as well. Travertine and soapstone are two options to consider, but they are not always available through all dealers.
