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Picking
The Perfect Countertop For Your New York Or New Jersey Kitchen
Remodel |
The most distinctive elements of your newly remodeled NYC or NJ
kitchen renovation project are the appliances, the cabinets and
the countertops. Truly the face of your NYC
kitchen-remodeling project, these three elements work together to create the perfect
look for what is usually the busiest room in the home.
NYC or NJ Kitchen
countertops pose a specific problem: you want
to choose colors and textures that add to the room’s design
but also need countertops that are durable enough to withstand
daily use and don’t require regular maintenance. Luckily,
there are plenty of choices for discerning homeowners from sophisticated
natural stone to durable—and sustainable—recycled
or engineered solid surface countertops.
Here are some of the types of kitchen countertops available to
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut homeowners today.
Ceramic Tile
Ceramic
tile is perhaps the most versatile NJ or NY kitchen countertop
material since there are literally millions of tiles to choose
from. Ceramic
tiles are heat resistant but they will also create an uneven surface
and can still chip or crack easily, which means you may have to
replace individual tiles periodically. Grout lines can also stain
and may need to be reapplied.
Natural Stone
Natural
stone adds sophistication to your New York City, Bergen
County, NJ or Westchester, NY kitchen since each stone is entirely
unique. But
different types of stones have varying degrees of durability: a
granite countertop should withstand daily use fairly well, whereas
marble will stain and scratch very easily.
Engineered Stone
Engineered
stone countertops are relatively heat, scratch, stain
and acid resistant and come in a larger variety of colors. A quartz-composite
product
that’s made with colored pebbles, polymers, and epoxy, engineered
stone countertops are one of the most durable options you can choose.
Solid Surface Countertops
Solid
surface countertops of polyester-resin or recycled materials.
Because they are solid you can sand out any scratches, burns and
stains. These
diverse surfaces can also be cut or molded into any shape, making
them a great choice for uniquely shaped counters. They’re
also durable and very easy to clean.
Eco-Friendly Countertops
There are even green
countertop options available
to the eco-conscious homeowner. IceStone, made from recycled glass
and concrete, and Richlite, made from paper-based fiber composites,
are two of the most promising products available.
Wood/Butcher Block
Wood or butcher-block
countertops add warmth to any Paramus, Westchester,
or Nassau County kitchen. They’re easy to clean and can be sanded and resealed as often
as you need. They can also be damaged by water, stains, or knife
cuts, though. While these marks can certainly be sanded out, butcher-block
countertops do need more maintenance than other products.
Stainless Steel
Stainless
steel is heat resistant and easy to clean, but it does dent easily, so
you can’t cut vegetables or bread on its surface. Stainless
steel countertops can also be relatively expensive since they need
to be custom fitted.
Concrete
Concrete
countertops scratch resistant and new treatments eliminate
cracking and reduce porosity. Since they’re entirely customized—they’re
cast right in your kitchen and so can be fitted to the most unique
design ideas—they can be quite expensive.
Glass-top Countertops
Clear, frosted or colored glass
countertops pair well with concrete,
wood, metal or stone for a textured and high-end feel for your
luxury kitchen. And since tempered glass
is nonporous it doesn’t stain.
Whether you’re a Westchester, New York City, or Suffolk County
resident looking to renovate your current kitchen design, MyHome
can help. We offer complete design, supply, and installation services
for every (NYC) home improvement project.
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