Thursday, August 29, 2013

Countertops

I know granite is the most popular right now.  Personally, I would LOVE new granite countertops in my kitchen!!  But I know some people are tired of seeing them in every. Single. Home.  So for you nay-Sayers out there, I found an article with different options.

 
Marble.  You'll have to be careful with this; it is porous! ::: Source

Wood countertop 
Wood.  You definitely have to seal this and treat it so it doesn't absorb germs and other nasties. :: Source

Soapstone counter 
Soapstone.  Coffee & juice will not stain it! :: Source

Quartz countertop 
Quartz -- a HUGELY popular alternate to granite. :: Source

concrete countertop 
Concrete.  Many people think this look is too contemporary, utilitarian, & high-rise loft; but it can be stained to any color & totally customizable.  For me, I'm not a huge fan of this look; but, to each his own. :: Source

Glass countertop 
Glass.  You can even light them up from underneath!  Or like in the article, paint them on the underside, and layer with crackled glass. :: Source

Stainless steel countertop 
Stainless Steel.  This just screams restaurant kitchen!  It just doesn't look like it fits into a home.  I think commercial design when I see this.   Source

 
Solid Surface.  I would definitely consider putting this in either my kitchen or my bath.  It's a man-made product, but you can get the look of granite or natural stone for a fraction of the cost!  And it's a heck of a lot nicer looking than laminate.  Although, laminate has come a long way aesthetically speaking. :: Source