Choosing the right countertop is one of the most important aspects of kitchen and bathroom design. It's an investment you want to last for years to come, and both your sense of style and your lifestyle will determine the right type of countertop for your home. Every type of countertop has its pros in terms of hardness and durability, as well as heat and stain resistance.
Think practically and ask yourself the following questions: Do you cook lots of family meals in the kitchen? Is weekly meal prepping a part of your life? How about baking? If your countertop had a tiny crack, would it bother you or would you even notice? When it comes to design, do you insist on a natural stone or would a manufactured, composite material fit your Honolulu Oahu home?
Then consider the overall design of the room, so you can be sure the countertop you love will work seamlessly with the cabinets, flooring, and other design choices. Whether you have a traditional, modern farmhouse, or contemporary kitchen, here are all the different countertops to consider.
QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS
Do you have a large family, cook a lot of meals, or just want to make sure you invest in an all-around durable countertop that's built to last? Then quartz could be the best choice for you. Quartz are a composite stone engineered from natural quartz combined with a resin binder. This stone is also non-porous, incredibly hard, and never needs to be re-sealed.
GRANITE COUNTERTOPS
Granite countertops have been the standard for many years because it's a natural stone with great durability. They are also available in a range of dark and light colors with all sorts of flecks and variations. Another unique feature of granite is that it can be cut with a variety of edge choices, including square, beveled, ogee, and half and full bullnose.
Granite countertops require very little maintenance and are easy to take care of. To last longer, it is best to avoid harsh cleaning products and choose a granite countertop cleaner like Method's natural and plant-based formula. Cleaning granite only requires a little soap and water. Some granites are more porous than others and may require periodic sealing in order to prevent stains.
MARBLE COUNTERTOPS
Marble countertops have really come into prominence in recent years. This natural stone instantly elevates a kitchen, giving it a clean, contemporary feel. There's nothing else that looks quite like a bright white marble finish, but marble countertops. They are available in other colors including shades of gray, brown, taupe, and even green.
One unique aspect of marble is that it maintains a naturally low temperature, making it ideal for people who enjoy baking. Marble is a great surface to roll out and shape dough. This type of countertop can also be more affordable than you would assume.
SOAPSTONE COUNTERTOPS
Soapstone is a natural stone domestically sourced from the Appalachian Mountains, or often imported from Finland and Brazil. It has a high percentage of naturally occurring talc, which gives the surface a soap-like or soft feeling. When compared to marble and granite, soapstone has several advantages. It requires minimal maintenance and is entirely non-porous, so it is stain-, bacteria-, and heat-resistant.
It also has a unique look to it and is available in a variety of gray shades with blue or green undertones. The natural, marble-like veining varies from stone to stone. The stone gives an antique-looking patina.
Reach out to Todd Branson Stoneworks HAWAII and we will work together to create the perfect countertop for your kitchen and bath. We offer custom kitchen and bathroom countertop design, fabrication and installation services of Quartz, Granite, and Stone for clients in Oahu and all of Hawaii including neighboring islands: Maui, Big Island, and Kauai.
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