Choosing the best materials for your custom countertops can be quite challenging and time-consuming. With so many appealing options at hand, how could you possibility pick the one that matches your specific demands and the unique particularities of your environment? To simplify the selection process, we offer you the info that you need to assess the pros and cons of three of the hottest materials used these days to craft amazing, durable and fairly accessible countertops.

Natural Stone. Versatile, elegant and simple at the same time, natural stone is a material that will contribute to the sophisticated look of your kitchen. If you are contemplating the idea of crafting countertops made of natural stone, you should know that you have three main options at hand: granite, slate and soapstone. Granite is usually found in high-end kitchens reflecting a minimalist style. Available in a great variety of colors, this material can cost you anywhere from 75 dollars to 250 dollars/sq. ft, depending on its hue and manufacturing complexity. Slate is available in five main colors (black, purple, gray, green and red) and can cost up to 200 dollars /sq. fit.  On the other hand, if you’re looking for a cheaper yet equally gorgeous natural stone that would be suitable for your custom countertops, choose to invest in soapstone, priced below $150/sq. ft, which comes in delightful greenish-grayish shades.

Plastic Laminate. In case you would love to create durable, low-maintenance countertops for your kitchen, go for models manufactured using plastic laminates. This versatile material comes in almost any color that you can imagine; not to mention the fact that its affordability and superb matte finish are two other advantages that may appeal to you. If you were to hire a team of experts specialized in custom cabinetry to design and install your custom countertops, they would probably charge you anywhere from $15 to $25/sq. ft, depending on the price tag of the plastic laminate that you choose, the dimensions of your backsplash and your design requirements.

Wood. Wood will always find its place in any kitchen for so many reasons. First of all, it looks amazing and helps the user define the personality of its environment. Secondly, it is a much better alternative to plastic laminates or natural stone, bacteria-wise. Easy to clean and maintain, wood can help you keep your surfaces bacteria-free and shiny for the longest period of time. It may require a bit of polish and staining after a few years, but it still constitutes a great choice for homeowners who wish to design and install marvelous kitchen cabinets and countertops.

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