Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Reasons to Consider Granite Counter Tops in Your Kitchen

By George Hymdrikl

There are many things to think about when you decide to have your kitchen redesigned. You must decide if you are keeping your current appliances or updating them. You must think about whether you are dramatically changing the dcor of the room or just repainting-perhaps you are just going to get a fresh new look by painting the walls and changing the color scheme.

As you design your new kitchen, think about the kitchen counter tops. Different materials are available. One type of counter is Formica, but it has problems. It scratches easily, and it is impossible to remove the scratches. Formica counter tops can be easily scorched if you place a hot pot on top and leave the counter top unprotected. If your Formica top is damaged, the only option you have to correct the problems is to replace the counter top. This is an expensive solution. You would be better off choosing a counter top that is more durable.

Granite counter tops are preferable to Formica counter tops. Granite does not succumb to the same problems as Formica. You do not have to worry about scratches or scorching from hot pots. Granite is an extremely hard stone. Believe it or not, granite is harder than steel so a hot pot will not leave marks on the surface of a granite kitchen counter top.

Granite if far more beautiful than even the nicest of Formica counter tops. Granite is beautiful because it is natural and each piece of granite is unique like everything else in nature. It has a luster and depth that Formica cannot achieve. On top of that, granite is extremely easy to maintain. You can simply sponge the counter top down with soapy water.

Before you decide on any counter tops for the kitchen you are planning to remodel, take a trip to a shop whose specialty is granite counters. This retailer will be extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of granite counter tops and will be able to guide you through the decision making process. Go there prepared to ask him a host of questions about granite counter tops. Some aspects of granite that you should ask about are:

The benefits of granite compared to other kitchen counter tops like Formica.How does cost compare between granite and other counters like Formica? How are granite counter tops installed in your kitchen or bath?How long will the installation of the granite counter tops take?

Remodeling a kitchen is a huge undertaking and all aspects of it should be researched thoroughly. Your remodeled kitchen will be with you for a long time to come so choose your cabinets and counter tops wisely. While you might replace appliances from time to time, your counter tops are a far more permanent decision. Be sure to learn all you can about granite. It will add a depth of beauty your home's kitchen for years to come.

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