5 Top Kitchen Countertop Design Ideas

Your kitchen countertops are not simply a functional elementbut contribute to the space’s aesthetics. While most social media catalogs may seem to favor marble countertops, there are other options like granite, quartz, and natural stone slabs. It can be challenging during countertop installation to decide which material to choose when faced with so many possibilities.Here are the top five countertop design ideas to explore at E&B Granite for your kitchen remodel:

Granite

Granite is a durable stone comprising a mixture of quartz and feldspar, which gives it its speckles appearance. Countertops made of granite are a popular choice for many homeowners due to their unique visual aspects. Depending on the finish, the appearance of your granite countertop couldbe a creamy white, polished black, pink, or speckled grey color. The variety of finishes available for granite makes it easy for you to match your countertops to the rest of your kitchen. For instance, you can use black polished granite in your modern kitchen for a sleek, contemporary aesthetic that matches your darker-colored appliances.

Thedurability of granite allows it to withstand heavy use without showing signs of wear and tear. Withstanding high temperatures is another feature of this stone, so you maysafely place hot cookware on granite countertops. Granite’s density makes it less likely to scratch compared to softer stones. Granite is porous, so during installation, we seal it to prevent stains and acid damage.

Marble

Marble is an elegant choice characterized by its bright color and unique veining patterns. White is a common color for marble countertops, though you can also find black, green, and pink marble. The stone makes an excellent statement piece for your kitchen and works well with waterfall designs and ornate styles.

Marble countertops naturally have a cool surface, making them ideal for baking as they keep your butter and dough at a more stable temperature. During countertop installation, our installers seal your marble countertops to keep them from staining. Sealing your marble countertops also protects them from corrosion by acid, as calcium carbonate, the main compound in marble, reacts to acidic liquids like vinegar. Marble is a soft stone, so you want to be cautious and avoid scratching it. With proper maintenance and regular sealing, your marble countertop might last for years.

Quartz

Quartz is sought-after for kitchen countertops due to its durability and low maintenance requirements. Manufacturers use pigments when designing quartz countertops to give them an assortment of colors. Some manufacturers even add glass and metal flecks throughout the quartz to give it a shimmering look. You could also have quartz countertops designed to look like granite, marble, or limestone.

Quartz countertops are an engineered combination of quartz, resins, and polymers, which makes them resistant to elements that damage natural stone countertops. The material is non-porous, making it stain-proof, acid-resistant, and less susceptible to bacteria and mildew growth. Rubbing down your quartz countertops with an all-purpose cleaner of diluted soap is all you need to keep them clean. Quartz does not scratch easily, and should it scratch, you can buff out the scratches from your counters, leaving them looking new.

Soapstone

Soapstone countertops have a smooth, matte finish that gives your kitchen an organic look. For countertops, manufacturers cut slabs from architectural-grade soapstone, which has less talc, making it harder than natural soapstone. The soapstone slabs have creamy shades ranging from off-white to dark gray, giving them a subtle beauty ideal for minimalist kitchen designs. As soapstone wears, it gains a classic antique look, which looks beautiful in traditional kitchens.

Soapstone is not as porous as other natural stones, making it less susceptible to staining. This stone’s non-porosity also means there is no need for sealing, reducing its maintenance costs. Thedensity of soapstone is equivalent to high-end marble, which adds to its durability. You can sand out scratches and dents in your soapstone countertop and reoil it with mineral oils to help it develop its classic aged-outlook.

Quartzite

Quartzite is a naturally occurring stone that forms when heat and pressure change the properties of sandstone. Manufacturers mine this stone and cut it into sections, which they seal and polish before installation. Quartzite countertop slabs have light, earthy shades like gray, beige, and white, with fluid veining patterns like marble. You can use quartzite for waterfall countertop designs and install white quartzite to brighten a kitchen with muted colors. Quartzite is a hard material that makes for durable countertops. The material is heat and chemical-resistant and does not etch or scratch easily.

Invest in High Quality Countertop Installation Services

At E&B Granite, we offer a variety of kitchen countertops, ranging from natural stones like marble, quartzite, and soapstone to engineered options like quartz and granite. Our countertop products come in various colors and patternscustomizable to your preferences and kitchen’s design. When you book a consultation with us, we explore the qualities of eachmaterial to find the countertop that fits your needs. With years of experience, our installers deliver quality workmanship and maintenance of your kitchen countertops. Contact us today for more information on our countertop installation services.