A look at the different types of countertops available and their benefits, downfalls and price ranges.
Updating your kitchen is quite a project and it can be quite expensive.
One of the biggest expenses in any kitchen remodel is the countertop.
The followingtypes of countertopswill help you decide which product is right for you.
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25+ Kitchen Countertop Ideas
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Farmhouse kitchen with reclaimed flooring
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Outdoor kitchen with Oak Slab
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Green Silestone
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Farm cottage with Walnut Counters
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Blizzard Caesarstone
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Classical kitchen
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Contemporary kitchen with white countertop
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Cararra marble
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Soapstone countertop
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Calacatta Cremo Cross Cut Marble
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Copper Countertop
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Caesarstone Calacatta Nuvo counters
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Eclectic kitchen with white countertop and Bali wood slab
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Marble countertop with pendant lights
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Mosaic backsplash made from transparent and opaque glass, mirror, ceramic and copper leaf
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Concrete and glass
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Gluelam beam countertop
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Small compact
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Cement countertop
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Modern country kitchen with wood countertop
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Shoreline kitchen
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Italian kitchen
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Calacatta marble
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Shabby-chic kitchen
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Cottage kitchen
Types of countertops
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There are even corner and edge treatments that give them a different feel.
Theyre also very reasonably priced.
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Soapstone has lost a lot of its appeal because its so soft and leaves wear marks.
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Ceramic Tiles
An attractive countertops solution, ceramic tiles are moderately prices and fairly durable.
The tiles can chip, but having one tile replaced is fairly inexpensive.
The biggest complaint people with ceramic tiles have is the grout can be difficult to clean.
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This alternative is very durable, they resist germs and clean easily.
They also come in a large variety of colors, but can be quite pricey.
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The expense depends on what technique you decide to enhance the product with.
Heres a quick rundown of the options when it comes to choosing countertop materials.
Thats why its essential to protect the surface with cutting boards and trivets for hot pots.
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The tiles themselves are fairly strong and easy to clean.
The weak point in any tile job is the grout between the tiles.
It should be sealed to prevent discoloration and monitored for signs of cracking and wear.
For information on the materials needed to install your own ceramic tile counter, see Working With Ceramic Tile.
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Natural Stone
When it comes to stone, the number one choice for kitchen counters is granite.
The big downside is the cost.
Other, less-durable, stone options include limestone, slate, lava rock, and even turquoise.
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Theyre durable and easily repairable if they are damaged.
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