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Countertops - Replace or Refinish? |
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When considering your kitchen or bathroom makeover, one of the top priorities is the countertops and there are so many options available today. There are many materials to choose from, such as granite, marble, concrete, ceramic, limestone, wood, marble quartz, slate, siltstone and even stainless steel.
First, consider the look you wish to achieve and second, what your budget is. This will narrow your options considerably. When you have decided how much you wish to spend on the counter top, do a little research on your available options www.naturalhandyman.com. You must consider if you want to install new counter tops or refinish the existing.
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Things to think about: Granite countertops have become extremely popular over the past few years or so. The USA imported, mostly from Brazil, $1.2 billion worth in 2005 compared to $370 million
five years earlier.
Granite is notorious for withstanding heat, chipping and bacteria but, if left untreated, it is vulnerable to discoloration from dark and oily foods, so it must be treated periodically with a surface sealer. There is an abundance of suppliers and installers available. Granite countertops will add value to your home, about a third of what you spend on installing and the cost varies from about $50 to $120 a square foot, installed.
Here is some good news. There is a new granite available called Stonemark, which comes ready sealed and polished with a fifteen year, guarantee that it will not succumb to unsightly stains. It is available in 60 colors for roughly the same price as traditional granite at some Home Depot stores across the country.
Assuming you do not want to put several thousand dollars into a new kitchen counter top or you simply do not want the mess and disruption of replacing. You have a great option! Achieve the gorgeous look of granite countertops using paint.
Do-it-yourself countertop faux finishes are becoming increasingly popular along with the idea of adding a custom look to your home that is both functional and esthetically appealing. It was often said that, “You can not and should not, paint a laminate countertop." |
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Counter top painting is now accepted as a popular option to replacing counter tops and the simple reason is, paint products are of a much higher quality than they were ten years ago. Faux finishing is a
common household word and, thanks to popular TV shows such as Design on a Dime and makeover specials, we are not afraid to experiment with color, design and items we were told not to touch
with a paintbrush. |
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