If you walk into any of a number of beautiful Victoria homes, you are likely to find granite countertops in the kitchen. Granite is a popular material for many reasons. It is durable, resistant to staining, beautiful and enhances resale value. With all of these pluses, many people forget that there are other exciting and innovative countertop options available. While the popularity of granite is not likely to diminish anytime soon, these other stylish alternatives are also worth considering for your kitchen renovation.

Quartz

This durable stone and resin mixture creates a beautiful countertop that has many of the same characteristics as granite. The biggest advantage is less maintenance because quartz does not have to be sealed annually like granite does. Quartz tends to have a more uniform appearance than granite which is a positive in some homeowner’s eyes and a negative in others. Whether or not this material is right for you can often be determined by consulting with your Victoria general contractor and a reputable countertop specialist.

Glass

Tempered glass is a beautiful translucent material that looks lovely in modern kitchens. This durable product is available in a variety of colors and is virtually impossible to stain. It is also non-porous and easy to keep clean. If you are looking for a material that can be molded into an endless number of edge shapes to perfectly finish off your Victoria custom kitchen, then glass may be the right material for you.

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is another popular countertop option especially when Victoria home renovations are taking kitchens toward a retro look and feel. This material is extremely durable, resistant to heat and difficult to stain. It also easily wipes clean with a microfiber cloth. Stainless steel is relatively easy to install, but many designers will compliment stainless steel countertops with another material like granite or wood to further enhance the beauty of the kitchen.

Quartzite

Quartzite is one of the newest additions to the Victoria countertop marketplace. It is a metamorphic rock that is created from sandstone, available in a variety of colors and mimics the look of marble. The biggest drawback of quartzite is that it is extremely fragile during the installation process. This problem is easiest to overcome by hiring a Victoria home contractor who has experience working with this material. Once installed, these countertops are extremely durable and provide a sleek, sophisticated prep surface in any kitchen.

Determining which countertops to use for your Victoria kitchen renovation is personal and important. Making the right choice will impact the look and feel of your space as well as your budget and level of satisfaction every time you step into your kitchen. At Alair Homes Victoria, we help homeowners to make educated choices about their countertops and all of the important details involved in their kitchen renos. It is our job to support homeowners, keep them involved and save them time and money throughout the construction process. We take pride in our work and back it with an industry-leading in-house warranty. If you are searching for an exceptional home renovation experience that is cost effective and keeps you in charge every step of the way, give us a call and schedule a free, no obligation consultation.