4 Options for Countertops

Choosing your countertops in Littleton are a critical for a well-functioning kitchen. These surfaces take a beating, keep your family and food preparation safe, and with any luck look great, too boot. They are also a significant cost of a kitchen renovation budget so it pays to know as much as possible before making any final choices. 

Granite countertops

Granite countertops have reigned supreme in Colorado kitchens and baths for that last few decades. They also show no signs of slowing down. This genuine natural stone countertop material gets high marks for its scratch resistance and stain resistance. There are also granite products to fit almost any budget from economical options to luxury materials that come in a wide range of colors and patterns.  

Marble countertops

Like granite, marble countertops are also a genuine natural stone material that’s perfectly suited for heavy duty in your kitchen. They prove a little less scratch resistant than granite but are equally stain resistant; except for citrus. Also like granite, this material comes in a range of colors and movement to suit your taste. 

Introducing Quartz

Quartz countertops have become very popular in recent years and might prove to finally give granite a true run for its money. Like granite and marble, quartz is a natural stone material made from applying heat and pressure to sandstone. This type of countertop win big for scratch and stain resistance and even the most expensive option is more cost effective than the most expensive granite or marble available.    

The cheapest countertop options

If budget is really a concern and you need the cheapest countertop option available, you’ll be considering laminate countertop options. The pros of laminate is that it's made in almost every color under the rainbow and even in various patterns, some that mimic stone patterns. Laminate countertops are very durable with little maintenance and will serve you well for years to come in your kitchen space.