Choosing Kitchen Countertops

Finding the perfect countertop for the most active room in your home can be a challenge. The countertops that you choose must be durable, stain-resistant, easy to clean and attractive. Think it’s an impossible mission? We’ll give you the rundown on the types of countertops, including edging and examples of available textures, to help you choose the best surface for your kitchen.

The ideal kitchen would have a mixture of the various countertop surfaces we’ve investigated.

* Some form of stone or solid-surface material would be installed near the range area for placement of hot pots and pans.

* A solid surface or plastic laminate would be placed around the sink and in the remaining areas for easy cleaning and good looks.

This combination can be expensive, but it is the best of all options if you can afford it.