Choosing materials for countertops for a home renovation or a custom home project is not always easy. Most people have a budget to follow, which may mean making difficult decisions about what to upgrade and what to use standard materials in a Bloomington home.
While there are some aspects of a home renovation project which can be easily downgraded to a lower cost option, going low-cost on the countertops is rarely a good decision.
There are several reasons why choosing the best possible quality and material in countertops is so important. At the same time, the specific material, such as natural stone, also will determine how long the counters will last. The longer the counter lasts, the less need there will be for replacement, which saves money and renovation costs over time.
Long Lasting Beauty
In any home in Bloomington, kitchen counters are going to be well-used. This means they may be exposed to spills, scrapes, messes, dropped items an even exposure to hot surfaces.
Ideally, no counters should ever be exposed to direct heat, it is essential to us trivets and hot pot holders to prevent burning or damage from excessive high heat. Even with these protective items, natural stone tends to stand up much better than tiles, laminate, and wood.
Resistance to Scratching
With the choice of quality, sealed natural stone counters for the kitchen, the surface is resistant to scratching. This is also true for quartz, which is made of natural stone and also includes a resin binder. Scratching is very common with wood, tile or laminate and will result in the need to replace a section or all of the counter.
The cost of natural stone counters, while initially higher than other countertops, provides a durable, long-lasting, lifetime investment in the home. With just routine maintenance and occasional sealing, the surface will look like-new for decades, adding value to the home.
To learn more about the value of natural stone countertops, visit the showroom of Granite Unlimited, Inc. Additional information on all types of natural stone counters can be found online at www.graniteunlimitedinc.com.
