subject: Latest Trends In Kitchen Countertops Ontario [print this page] Kitchen is the most important space in a homeKitchen is the most important space in a home. It is an area where most of the activity happens with the family. Besides, a clean kitchen with practical interiors makes cooking a pleasurable activity. You can cook healthy for your family and enjoy the meal together. One of the most important interiors in a kitchen is the countertop. A lot of thought goes into selecting the material for the kitchen countertops. Marble, granite, quartz, bio-glass and ceramic are some of the popular options. The material you choose will depend on your budget and style.
If you are looking for an everlasting design that wont outgrow fashion, then marble is a safe choice. Marble countertops are hard, durable, heat resistant and can bear a lot of weight. A unique property about marble is that its outermost layer is slightly porous. Light enters the layer and gets reflected back, which leads to a shiny surface, also adding a lot of light and brightness to the kitchen. Marble tile should be cleaned regularly, especially if it is white to prevent yellowing from food or liquid spill. It is advisable to hone marble (this is a matte finish) so that it does not show marks of acidic juices of lemon or orange juice, etc. However, the table tops can chip around the corners and sink if heavy objects are banged against it. Even our ancestors were aware of the wonderful properties and aesthetic value of marble. There is a misconception among public that marble countertops are expensive. This isnt true because the cost of marble depends on the quality you go for. For eg. White carrara is cheap as compared to Calcutta Gold. Danby marble is, however, expensive.
Second most popular option is granite countertops. Granite is an igneous rock, made by solidification of volcanic ash. It contains 20 per cent quartz. The amount of quartz and silica in granite determines its colour. Granite is a hard stone, scratch proof, you can cut on granite directly without worrying about the damage. Ontario kitchen countertops are mostly in granite and marble. Quartz countertops are also preferred by many because of their look, strength and durability. So equipped with all the vital information, you can now select the most suitable material for your countertop. What are you waiting for then?
