Updating your kitchen? Here are some of the most popular countertop materials for your remodel!
When it comes to updating your kitchen, nothing makes a bold statement quite like beautiful countertops.  With so many choices out there, it can be hard to choose. Here’s a list of the top countertop styles for 2018 sure to make your kitchen really stand out.
- Quartz.  Quartz countertops are perfect for any kitchen.  They are non-porous, making them stain, scratch, and heat resistant, and don’t need to be sealed like other materials.  Quartz also comes in a wide variety of patterns and colors, making it versatile for any kitchen.
- Polished granite. Â Granite is still the number one choice for most kitchens, and for good reason. Â With its durability and beautiful appearance, granite can increase the value of your home. Â Maintenance for granite is a bit more than quartz and will require you to reseal it every year or so.
- Laminate. Â Laminate countertops are enjoying a comeback, as newer laminate features appearances like wood, quartz, and stone for much less. Â
- Wood. Â Wood countertops, when properly sealed, make for a great kitchen prep space. Â Wood is also heat resistant and budget-friendly.
- Marble. Â Transform your kitchen into a place for preparing a meal fit for a king! Â Marble is a pricier option, and its porous surface can make it stain much easier than other materials. Â
- Stainless steel. Â Stainless steel goes with anything and can make your kitchen look like something from the future. Â This material is resistant to bacteria build-up, making this the cleanest kitchen countertop option.
- Glass. Â Glass can be cut into any shape, perfect for unconventional kitchen designs. Â Glass is incredibly versatile and can be made into any color imaginable. Glass is also non-porous, making it extremely hygienic. Â
- Concrete. Â Concrete is a very customizable choice and can give your kitchen an industrial look. Â
- Soapstone. Â This material is non-porous and lightly veined, giving it an almost marble appearance without the marble price tag. Â Soapstone is very low maintenance and is bacteria resistant.
- Tile. Â Tile is a great way to update your kitchen countertops. Â With so many different tiles around, you could mix and match to come up with an original design for a fraction of the cost.
Whichever material you choose updating your kitchen countertops is a great way to update a tired kitchen. Â Which material is your favorite?