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May 17, 2011

Choosing the Right Counter to Compliment Your New Cabinets

Selecting your countertop is vital to completing your kitchen renovation project. Pick the right one and you will have years of enjoyment in your kitchen, pick the wrong one and you will regret ever starting this project.

There are several options to consider when picking your countertop. First, you have to decide on the type of counter top. Among the many options are concrete, granite, linoleum, wood, tile, and many more. You can also combine materials to fit your look and your budget. For instance, you can have a wood base with granite slices adhered to it.

Although rather new on the scene, concrete provides a wide range of options. The concrete can be poured to take on virtually any shape, can be dyed to any shade, and can be stamped to simulate any texture. The downsides are that it can be quite heavy, and if it cracks, it is very difficult to repair it to look acceptable again.

Granite is gaining in popularity and is becoming the go to material for a high-end kitchen. Granite can be found in literally thousands of shades and mottling. It is easy to clean, and maintain. It is very durable and it can last for years without showing any signs of aging. On the other hand, it will be nearly impossible to find replacement pieces that will match your original pieces exactly. Another quality to consider is that since it is so hard, it can be unforgiving when putting down fragile glass with any force.

Wood counter tops, or butcher-block counter tops are a historic choice. These tops can last a long time and can be simply restored to their original look by merely sanding them and resealing them.

This is just a few with the numerous choices for you to think about. Make sure you’ve teamed up with reputable cabinet maker that can take you to a wholesale warehouse where you are able to personally see and feel many of the different types of countertops.

BarrWood Cabinets http://www.KitchenCabinetsCantonGa.com has a wide selection of stock, semi-custom, and custom kitchen cabinets for you to choose from. Take advantage of our free kitchen cabinet style class, and make your kitchen project quick and easy. To learn much more, please call us today at 770-737-4696.

Filed under Kitchen Counters by Jim Barre

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