Countertops

Search our directory for local countertop installation contractors or post your project and have local renovation professionals compete for your business. Compare profiles, save contractors to your favourites list and more.

Kitchen and bathroom countertops come in many different materials and styles, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. What material should you use in for your countertops?

Granite Kitchen Countertops

Granite countertops can come either in slabs or tiles. They are very strong, easy to maintain and do not burn or get easily damaged in other ways. In order to prevent the granite absorbing water it is covered with a sealant which may need to be reapplied every few years but other than that maintenance and cleaning is minimal. In addition, granite is a natural substance and so an environmentally-friendly solution.

Quartz Countertops

Engineered quartz countertops are also strong but they do not have the same dangers as granite or stone when it comes to the porous nature of the other substances and absorbing water, grease, or other substances which could damage granite or stone. Quartz is more evenly-textured than granite but is also quite costly.

Butcher Block and Stainless Steel

Butcher block countertops are also still popular and are made of wood. They are generally cheaper than other countertops and can also last long if correctly maintained. The type of wood you choose and the style of your butcher block counter top can also vary to suit your kitchen.

Stainless steel kitchen countertops are easy to clean, durable and also able to withstand heat. It is best suited towards the more modern kitchen and can also develop scratches.

Concrete Countertops

Concrete is also becoming a more popular choice for kitchen counter tops but it is fairly expensive, requires a sealant and maintenance. It can be a good choice for unusually shaped counters however as the concrete may be formed on-site.

Tiles

Tile countertops really cover a number of different materials from ceramic to recycled glass, marble and porcelain. The properties of your tile counter top may depend on the type of tile that you choose but you will have a wide range of different styles and designs to choose from.

These are just some of your choices when it comes to materials that you can use to create your ideal kitchen counter. You can find contractors to install your new kitchen counters either by searching in the HandyAmerican.com directory or by posting a project on our website and allowing contractors to get hold of you.