Your countertops are a big budget item that will have a huge
affect on the overall look and feel of your kitchen. They also see a ton of
daily use. They should be built to last, and are one of the most common
“splurge” purchases when it comes to a home
remodel.
In the past it was heavily advised against to go
with cheaper options for countertops. Granite, marble, and quartz were the
epitome of design due to their elegance and durability. However, in 2019,
design technology has come such a long way that there are a number of less
expensive options that look just as luxurious as their more expensive
counterparts. Here are some new options that are becoming more and more
popular:
Laminate
Many people tend to
shy away from laminate options when it comes to choosing their countertops
due to the stigma that they are cheap, flimsy, and tacky. However new
laminate countertops have come a long way. They are often nearly
indistinguishable from granite or quartz, and the plastics used nowadays can
last for decades. True, they aren’t as scratch or heat resistant as granite
or quartz, but a nice cutting board, hot pads, and pan holders can easily
solve this problem at a much, much lower price.
Wood
Wood
usually isn’t the first material you think of when it comes to kitchen
counters. But these days butcher block countertops are rising in popularity.
If they are installed and treated properly they go well with any type of
kitchen from farmhouse chic to modern. They offer a large variety of shades
to match all colors as well. The elegant look you get for such a reasonable
price makes wood counters hard to resist. The main drawback is that they do
require a fair amount of maintenance. They need to be washed and oiled
monthly if you want them to last for years.
If you have any
questions on how to achieve a luxurious look at an affordable price, stop
into one of Naffco’s two
locations, or call us at (813) 254-4066. You can
schedule a free, no obligation consultation to learn everything you need to
know about kitchen countertops.
