Focusing On Kitchen Countertops as Your Next Renovation Project

<h2 style="margin: 10pt 0in 0pt"><font size="3" color="#990000">Focusing On Kitchen Countertops as Your Next Renovation Project</font></h2><p><span style="line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt; font-size: 10pt">If you have half a mind to sell your home in the near future, you are going to need to focus on your kitchen at one time or another.<span>  </span>It is one of the most scrutinized spots within any home when a buyer is doing his or her walk-through, and often a point of negotiation if the room is subpar.<span>  </span>The news will not be pleasant for you if your old countertops and cabinets need fixing.<span>  </span>In fact, you’ll see the value of your home drop in accordance with what it will take to solve these problems.<span>  </span>On the other hand, there is little point in waiting for the day you decide to sell to start improving the state of things in your kitchen.<span>  </span>You should enjoy it yourself.<span>  </span>Here are five things to think about with countertop replacement.</span></p><span style="line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt; font-size: 10pt"><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">1. Though somewhat unconventional, copper countertops are one of the best choices you can make.<span>  </span>If you want to set your home apart and add a true touch of class in the kitchen, copper countertops are a great place to start.<span>  </span>The nonporous surface will keep out bacteria and the surface will last for an extremely long period of time.<span>  </span>You will need to keep up with the care to maintain that stunning, warm finish, but like shining a beautiful car, it’s worth it in the end.</p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"> </p><div style="text-align: center"><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,29,0" width="425" height="282"><param name="movie" value="../images/banners/2b.swf" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="menu" value="false" /><param name="wmode" value="" /><embed src="../images/banners/2b.swf" wmode="" quality="high" menu="false" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="282"></embed></object></div>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">2. Tile counters don’t have the magazine appeal, but are very cost effective.<span>  </span>Tile counters are not going to register on the “sexiest home ideas” list, but they are inexpensive when compared to the stone and metal options and can be the easiest choice when it comes to maintenance.<span>  </span>Need to fix a cracked tile?<span>  </span>That job can be pulled off in a few minutes.<span>  </span>Just stock up on extras when you buy your initial supply.</p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">3. Consider wood as a partial alternative for any countertop replacement.<span>  </span>Butcher block counters were all the rage for a while, and for good reason.<span>  </span>They have a charming rustic look, they are great for cutting and they last much longer than people think.<span>  </span>As far as care goes, you will need to keep a generous supply of wood oils on hand so the surface does not lose its finish.</p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">4. Granite is still one of the most sought-after lines.<span>  </span>Even though many people thought granite counters were just too popular, they have proven to be a winning choice for obvious reasons.<span>  </span>Impervious to high temperatures and stains, granite is a durable material and has a tremendous natural beauty that can fit into any kitchen design.</p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">5. Engineered stone can bring you the benefits of granite without the same maintenance.<span>  </span>If there’s one knock on granite countertops, it will be in the maintenance department.<span>  </span>Engineered stone can give your kitchen the same character and durability without requiring much in the way of care.<span>  </span>Price-wise, it’s on the same level as granite.</p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><strong>About the author</strong></p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/oswald-melman/165537" target="_blank">Oswald Melman</a> </p>  <p><span style="line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt; font-size: 10pt"><a href="http://www.homeproimprovement.com/kitchens-remodeling.html" target="_blank">Sears kitchen countertops</a> come in any style you might want for your home.<span>  </span>There is no doubt that <a href="http://www.homeproimprovement.com/kitchens-cabinet-refacing.html" target="_blank">kitchen countertop replacement</a> will increase the value of your home.</span></p></span>