We know all about you Pinterest kitchen dreams. They were once ours too: There are so many gorgeous options to choose from, quartz, concrete and even raw wood-here is a list of the most popular kitchen countertops that might have you rethinking your ultimate kitchen goals. No matter how formal or how relax you want to go, whether you want something practical and stain resistant, or something more luxurious, you’ll find it on this list of most used kitchen countertops.
Quartz is a man made stone that is harder and more durable than granite. Quartz is not porous like granite and so easy to keep your countertops relatively bacteria free. Here is what you need to know about quartz countertops.
Granite is considered a durable stone, it is very dense and acid resistant, this density makes it far less likely to scratch or stain than softer stones like marble or soapstone. If you want to learn more, read “Everything you need to know about granite countertops” here
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Quartizite countertops
Quartzite is made by high heating and pressurizing sandstone, Quartzite is an extremely strong and durable natural stone, Quartzite is usually more expensive than granite and quartz, but is an extremely elegant looking stone. Here is a quick guide to Quartzite countertops.
Marble Countertops
Marble is heat resistant, which is great, but you still need to be careful, marble is porous and high maintenance, it is vulnerable to staining agents like wine, juice and oil, on the other hand, it is a beautiful stone that adds elegance and coolness to any room, and if you are willing to take on the extra work to keep it looking great, it is definitely a great option. Here is a list of pros and cons of marble countertops
The past 3 months have been difficult, but we’ve made it through. You have probably learned and accomplished things you never expected you had to do: learn common core math, become a zoom pro, give haircuts to the whole family. While we were doing all this, we have been cooped up at home, looking at the things we wished we had already changed in our home before it all began. A finished study room for the kids would have been nice!
With all these accomplishments, you might be thinking about trying your hand at some DIY home improvements. You may have watched and re-watched a video on “how to paint your kitchen cabinets or replace a sink in the bathroom”. So, you think you should at least try, how hard can it be, right?
We hope before you go too far, you give us a call. Your bad DIY haircut will grow back, but a broken pipe won’t fix itself. Home improvement projects that look small enough to do it yourself often have hidden challenges that you don’t always anticipate. You pull out that kitchen tile and find out the sub floor is uneven, you get he bathroom sink halfway out but can’t loosen that last hose connection to finish removing it, so the faucet is left there dangling. One of the main reasons for “DIY” regret is that the project took longer than expected. Also, many projects are physically or technically harder than homeowners thought they would be.
You don’t need to spend your valuable time researching ho to do a project, then spending money on tools and supplies you will need for it, only to find out you can not finish the project. Yo really don’t have to spend your weekends refinishing hardwood floors, right? What ever project you are planing, we have probably done it many times before with beautiful results.
We can save you money by doing your hoe improvemnet project right the first time.
Getting started with a kitchen remodel is not always easy. There are so many things to think about and questions to answer such as how to save counter space if you already have a small kitchen and can’t or don’t want to expand the kitchen? Where should appliances be placed? What light fixtures work best for my space? Designing a kitchen should not be another stress factor in an already busy life. In order to get the design for the kitchen just right, visuals can be a great way to get cabinet layout, lighting and countertops all work together to create the prefect space.
Visualizing a kitchen or any other space before starting the actual remodel can help you save money, time and space. In a small kitchen for example, custom cabinets to house a microwave can save counter space and help make a kitchen look decluttered and open. Creating a custom cabinet around a refrigerator can make a kitchen look finished and well thought out.
You may think you know what your remodeling project will cost but quite often unexpected expenses will arise. It is always recommended to estimate 20 to 30 percent over your estimated remodeling cost. This way you are covered no matter what happens.
A couple of the costs that can catch you off guard during a project are offsite storage for all of your household items or furniture you’ll need to move while work is being done in that area. Utility bills may also rise due to the power needed to operate table saws, nail guns, batteries, and other tools as such. When walls are torn down there is the possibility of finding unexpected surprises such as insect infestations, mold, or asbestos.
Being prepared for these types of costs will save you the headaches during the project and make it run smoother.
