Should I Use a Natural Stone Kitchen Counter in My Kitchen Tune Up?
By Kelly RichardsonRefacingCabinet.com Columnist
One of the challenges to designing the perfect kitchen tune up is deciding where to invest most of your budget. Many interior decorators will tell you that spending more on your kitchen counter top is a smart move simply because they are such immediate eye-catchers. And nothing catches the eye like natural stone. According to the Sexy Kitchen Blog, here are four natural stone counter top options you should consider:
1. Slate Stone Kitchen Counter Top
Slate stone clay is extracted from ancient sea beds and comes in either polished or matte textures. Color options include gray, black, maroon, rust or green. The drawback to slate is that it can chip or scratch easily, often requiring professional repair.
2. Soapstone Kitchen Counter Top
This smooth soft stone is comprised of magnesite, dolomite, chlorite and talc. Soapstone comes in limited color variations and is most often a dark gray hue. Soapstone is extremely soft and easily scratches.
3. Enameled Lava Stone Kitchen Counter Top
This luxurious natural stone product is extracted from volcanic lava stone and glazed with enamel. Lava stone is available in both glossy and matte finishes to suit your tastes. Lava stone is highly durable and lasts long after other materials show wear.
4. Limestone Kitchen Counter Top
For an exclusive, natural look, you just can't beat limestone. Made of a sedimentary rock composed of mostly calcite, limestone is available in earth hues of brown, beige, yellow, gray, and black. Limestone requires professional installation to avoid breaking.
Prepare to spend a large part of your budget on these natural stone options. Despite their costs, you'll love the features and performance they provide your kitchen tune up efforts.
About The Author
Kelly C. Richardson, MEd is a freelance writer and manic do-it-yourselfer. He specializes in home improvement projects ranging from savvy landscaping to house repair and beyond. Find out more about him at kellyrichardsoncopywriting.com.
