KITCHEN AND BATHROOM PRODUCT OPTIONS

Choosing a kitchen countertop is a big decision. Top-end, premium kitchen countertop materials are a significant part of a kitchen remodeling budget. A well-chosen countertop makes your kitchen more useful and easier to maintain, and it can also serve as an important design element.

The range of materials that can be used for kitchen countertops is diverse, and some materials may be surprising to you. Each material has its advantages and disadvantages, all of which need to be weighed when choosing. The more esoteric materials, such as bamboo, zinc, and stainless steel may prove to be too expensive and hard to maintain for most people. For most homeowners, the more practical options will include materials such as slab granite, engineered stone (quartz), and solid surface material, as well as traditional laminates and ceramic tile.

Years ago, standard bathroom countertops were either ceramic tile, plastic laminate, or a material that was regarded as somewhat innovative for the time—so-called cultured marble.

Today, the most popular bathroom countertop materials are granite, quartz, tile, and even recycled glass. The experienced bathroom designers at Raleigh Kitchens will learn how your family or guests will be using the newly remodeled bathroom and will recommend the countertop material that best suits you for both function and fashion.