Upgrading Your Kitchen With The Installation Of Marble Countertops

The countertops are a central part of your home's kitchen space. Not surprisingly, they will need to be given ample consideration when you are looking to remodel your kitchen. While marble is a somewhat common material that is used in kitchen countertops, there are some assumptions about it that may make it harder for a homeowner to make an effective assessment of this option for their kitchens. 

Assumption: Marble Is Easily Chipped Or Scratched

Installing new kitchen countertops can be a major investment to make in the home. Not surprisingly, individuals will want a solution that is likely to be as durable as possible. Unfortunately, individuals might assume that marble countertops will be easily scratched or chipped. In reality, these countertops are among the most durable options that a homeowner can choose to install. While it is possible to scratch or chip the surfaces of these countertops, it would require a blow with tremendous force to damage this stone.

Assumption: Marble Is Completely Stain Resistant

Being resistant to staining is another feature that individuals are likely to want in their kitchen countertops. Over the course of time, there can be numerous spills of food, drinks, and other substances on the kitchen countertops. Marble countertops will often be treated with a finish that reduces the chances of pigments getting inside the marble and causing permanent staining to occur. Unfortunately, this finish can degrade over time, and this could compromise the protection that it offers to the marble countertops. You can help to prevent this from occurring by regularly cleaning the countertops with a nonabrasive cloth. This will remove dirt, dust, and previous spills before they are able to weaken the protective finish that covers the surface of the countertops.

Assumption: Marble Has A Limited Range Of Aesthetic Options

The range of aesthetic options that are available with a given countertop material is another factor that a homeowner will need to weigh as they are making their choices. Marble comes in a wide range of colors, shades, and even patterns. For example, some individuals may want marble countertops that are lighter in color with more sparkling crystals in them while others may prefer countertops that are darker and more subdued. Due to the ease of underestimating the range of aesthetic options available, a homeowner may want to visit several countertop showrooms where they can see examples of these options in person. Considering that the countertops will be a part of the kitchen for many years, this can be a worthwhile use of your time.

Reach out to a remodeling contractor to learn more about marble countertops.