Today, there are a variety of options available for those who are looking for kitchen countertops. You can choose from granite countertops, to engineered stone, marble, stainless steel, ceramic tiles, solid surfaces, concrete counters and laminates.

The granite counter top provides elegance to any kitchen. It is an expensive stone but is getting cheaper as the demand for it is steadily on the rise. It comes in a wide range of colours, lasts for a lifetime, is heat resistant and provides great value for money. This counter top needs to be sealed well to avoid stain absorption and requires proper installation. Engineered stone contains 93% quartz particles, has a non-porous surface and is scratch resistant. Understandably, it is quite expensive.

Ceramic tiles come in a wide range of colours, are inexpensive, easy to clean and durable. The grouts present between the tiles can attract a lot of dirt and is difficult to remove. The possibility of tiles cracking or chipping is high. Marble is another great option for kitchen counters but is expensive. It is mostly used on kitchen islands and is difficult to maintain as it absorbs stains very easily. It requires professional sealing to prevent liquids and stains from being absorbed into the stone, as it is highly porous. It is heat resistant and adds beauty to any kitchen.

Laminates as counter tops are inexpensive, very durable and quite easy to maintain. You can find them in a range of colours. They get scratched and chipped easily as they are made from plastic coated synthetic material. Stainless steel gives your kitchen a modern and fashionable look, plus it matches any other stainless steel appliances you might have, like the stainless steel Britannia OV-600LMP-SS oven. Easy to clean, heat resistant and extremely durable, any homeowner would be proud to have stainless steel counter tops installed in their kitchen.

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