Friday, July 1, 2016

Get Help Selecting the Right Counters for Your Kitchen Remodel

kitchen remodelOne of the most common complaints about a kitchen remodel is that people don't know where to start. If you have lived in a kitchen for a very long time or moved into a house that has an older outdated kitchen, you probably want to replace it. Despite this desire, replacing the entire kitchen can seem like a daunting task even if you have a kitchen contractor to work with.

A kitchen remodel, like many jobs in your house is an area where you are going to have to suffer through a lot of inconvenience in order to get the look and feel that you want. However, at the end of the kitchen remodel you're going to have a kitchen that you are proud of, can entertain in, and that gives you the space and functionality that you so desire.  Sometimes, the easiest place to start a kitchen remodel is to decide what kind of counter you want to have. The counter is going to be the main focus of your kitchen just by virtue of the fact that it is the largest surface in the entire kitchen. If you have a kitchen island, the island surface will often match or contrast with your counter which is why choosing the counter is a great place to begin the process of a full kitchen remodel.

Select the Right Counters for Your Kitchen Remodel

As you are getting into your kitchen remodel you're going to need to select a countertop that meets both your budget and the look you're going for. There are many different types of countertops to choose from, so the color and style of counter you choose could have a significant impact on the overall kitchen remodel in terms of color schemes and the design itself.  People usually have either a color scheme in mind and then need to match the counter to work with the color scheme, or pick a counter top that they really loved and then select a color scheme from the counter top itself.  In either one of these scenarios the counter top plays a key role in the layout, the type of flooring, and many other aspects of the kitchen remodel. With so many different options to choose from, you need to select your counter tops carefully so that they fit what you're going to use them for, the look you're going for, and the budget that you have for your kitchen remodel. Often, working with a kitchen remodel contractor is the best way to go about finding, selecting, and having the best counter tops installed.

In the process of getting your kitchen remodeled, you can select from a variety of counter tops. The most frequently used countertops include:

  • Granite counter tops
  • Quartz counter tops
  • Laminate counter tops
  • Concrete counter tops
  • Recycled glass countertops
  • Butcher block counter tops
  • Marble counter tops
  • Solid surface counter tops
  • Tile counter tops
  • Eco-friendly countertops
  • Lava counter tops
  • Resin countertops
  • Reclaimed wood countertops
  • Stainless steel counter tops
  • Porcelain countertops

We can help you to make decisions regarding the design and functionality of your remodel.  We can then bring your dreams to life. Call today to get started.