Kitchen Countertop Materials
Granite is another material that finds its way into your kitchen, has a more traditional look to it. Granite is a durable and stain-resistant stone. Each stone is unique, like marble. Anything you put granite on will look different and beautiful. Most people choose granite because it is hard-wearing and needs less maintenance than marble. All you need to do is clean up after yourself when you cook, and you shall be fine. Granite countertops have the potential to stay looking brilliant for a decade.
Granite is a natural choice for the kitchen, unlike other solutions such as porcelain, quartz, or marble, which are based on synthetic (processed) stone, for example, Caesarstone. The granite stone is a natural stone carved from the mountains or the depths of the earth and undergoes polishing processes in advanced machinery. The result is impressive natural granite, with a variety of unique textures in hundreds of styles and colors. This versatility, together with the durability and high quality of the granite, is the main reason for the great affection of designers and architects to incorporate granite countertops into their work.
Granite is indeed carved from the earth’s surface and undergone machining and polishing to give it its unique, shiny appearance. One of the special things about having granite is the fact that it’s a unique surface with texture and shades that are not found anywhere else; for this reason, our NYC clients love this stone.
Buying granite slabs for the home will give it a prestigious and unique look that suits you.
What were you looking for? How to incorporate granite into your home
Thanks to the variety of designs of granite countertops and its properties as a strong and durable material, it can be used in a variety of locations inside and outside: from kitchens, bathrooms, cladding to buildings, balcony floor, and for environmental sculpture. However, before you choose your granite , take a moment to understand if the granite is indeed the stone that is right for you and your home. You can also reach us for free advice.
Granite countertops are a durable and strong material that equates to luxury, aesthetics, and great character. The granite can fit into any home’s design, with high durability and not prone to scratches and bruises, very easy to clean, and heat-resistant, making it a favorite granite for kitchens. In fact, if you are considering granite for the kitchen, you may want to consider that there is a Sensa by Constino: a particularly high-quality, high-quality granite with a special coating that protects from absorption. Mega Marble also has a variety of models and wide textures for you to choose from.
As for the special textures that adorn almost all types of granite, this is both its balance and its disadvantage, depending on your taste. There are those who love the look of shades and stripes that adorn the marble, while some prefer a smooth, clean surface. However, the price of granite countertops should be taken into account at the upper end of the price range. We at Mega Marble recommend the granite stone.
There are dozens of other styles and textures of granite countertops. Feel free to check out other styles of granite countertops in our photographed gallery, or of course, come and visit in person.
Design – Many believe there is nothing like the real thing. When choosing granite, you actually purchase a very prestigious surface unparalleled in terms of design and texture. Even if your neighbor wants the exact same thing, she probably won’t be able to get it because, as we mentioned, every surface has a different appearance and texture. So you actually get a kitchen with a uniqueness – one that you won’t find anywhere in NYC.
Durability – Another feature that distinguishes granite from other types of kitchen countertops is its high durability. This is why our clients in New York City love it. High-temperature resistant, so you can place hot pans on it without fear. Also, it is known for its toughness and strength and is therefore almost completely resistant to scratches caused by sharp objects.
Granite Cleaning – cleaning is very simple, and usually wiping with a damp cloth will definitely do, but some of our clients in NYC ask us to come back 1 or 2 times a year to seal their granite.
Warranty – There is no warranty on natural stones.
Price – varies in pricing, depending on the material itself. Depending on the texture and color of the granite , as well as where it was carved. The price is not uniform, just like the slab is unique, so are the prices.
Marble For Countertops
Marble is one of the most beautiful kitchen countertop materials available on the market. This is in part down to the fact that each and every marble countertop will have its own unique pattern. No matter how much processing that marble has undergone, that pattern will remain. Marble is a very sensitive stone so using it for your kitchen countertop you will have to be very careful. You will need to make sure that it is wiped clean after every use to keep it in the best possible condition though. Make sure you maintain it yearly and you should be fine.
Quartzite For Countertops
How interesting is our world? At first, our ancestors used marble, granite, and quartzite as decoration materials. The next generation preferred wood, and the modern consumer turned his eyes to plastic. Of course, wood is considered a natural material, which is much lighter than stone, but its service life is not so long, you still have to paint and grind regularly.
Recently, designers especially have again returned to tradition and use natural stones in their projects like kitchen countertops, and windowsills. Quartzite window sills are increasingly appearing in homes and office buildings, displacing plastic. There is a reasonable explanation for this.
What do you need to know about the material?
Quartzite is considered an excellent material in the production of decorative products. On it, you can make strict perpendicular slices and openwork patterns, which allows you to use it in different styles from modern to classic. The stone is resistant to mechanical damage, in the case of scratches or cracks, it is easy to grind and returns to its original position. In addition, if you pick up the windowsill in the bathroom.
Quartzite stones are great for rooms with high humidity. It does not absorb water, does not deform, and does not lose color under its influence. In the kitchen or in the living room you can place countertops or bar counters made of this quartzite stones, which is a natural stone. Their surface will perfectly tolerate temperature changes.
How to use quartzite stones in the interior
For decoration of slopes, as well as for windowsills, quartzite stones are used. Although these are not the main elements in the home interior, they can become a highlight or a great addition to the style. When the kitchen area is small, the quartzite windowsill smoothly passes into the countertop, completely replacing the desktop. You can also use the material for the bar, and then the whole kitchen will be created in the same style.
The price of quartzite windowsills or countertops in the kitchen is quite high when compared with the cost of plastic or wood, but in this case, it’s not worth saving. First of all, natural stone has more advantages over other products, and most importantly, it is durable and practical. If it falls into the hands of a specialist, it turns into an unsurpassed work of art. In many houses, you can see the steps, columns, and fireplaces made of this stone. It is worth putting a product from quartzite in the room, as in time you will definitely want to supplement the design with something else.
Quartz For Countertops (Engineered Stone)
If you are looking for something very tough then you might want to look for quartz which is engineered stones. Example of some engineered stones Cambria, Silestone, and Caesarstone.
They are non-porous, hard-wearing, they last for many years. Most companies give you guarantees on their stones. When you do your kitchen you should always first choose your countertop because it will be the centerpiece of your kitchen. After you choose your countertop then everything else comes easy. Well-selected countertops will give you many years of great use. Remember buy cheap get cheap. The cheapest is never the cheapest it’s the most expensive because you will need to purchase another one.
Soapstone For Countertops
Soapstone is something that just became popular in recent years. These stones will require a lot of maintenance. It has a very modern look so most clients do not worry about the maintenance but the look.
