It’s often reasonable to spend more than you planned; after all, you’re going to be living with this decision daily for many years to come. Bearing in mind that a good kitchen countertop, if maintained properly, will last indefinitely, it’s smarter to target your ideal material first and then try to find a version of it that fits your budget. The cost of a kitchen countertop varies widely and also depends on your local suppliers and builders.
Key Takeaways:
- Serving as both kitchen workhorse and showpiece, today’s countertops play a demanding role. Site of all food preparation, they’re expected to be durable (stain-proof, scratch-proof, and heat-proof), beautiful, and (best-case scenario) economical.
- The most critical part of your countertop decision should come from an assessment of how you and your family use your kitchen.
- It’s extremely helpful to have an idea of how many linear feet of countertop you will need, as well as any required dimensions for your space that aren’t standard. This way, as you gather information, you can create your own ballpark figures for each material and make comparisons. For design and budgetary reasons, you might decide to use two different materials.
“It’s extremely helpful to have an idea of how many linear feet of countertop you will need, as well as any required dimensions for your space that aren’t standard.”
