The many benefits of natural stone countertops

Thanks to their appearance and durability, not to mention how easy they are to care for, natural stone countertops continue to grow in popularity. They can add a lot of luxury and elegance to almost any room in your home, and most types of natural stone work well outdoors as well.

Natural stone countertops are incredibly durable. They can last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance, making them an excellent investment for homes and families of all sizes. Once you place your new counters, you won’t have to worry about getting new ones unless you choose to. Most types of natural stone can withstand a variety of mishaps, such as spills. And you can even cut food directly on most types of granite. However, most experts do not recommend this simply because you could end up damaging your knife!

Caring for these types of counters is easy. Clean up spills as soon as possible after they happen. Clean them daily with a little warm water and a soft cloth. You can use a mild soap if you like, but this is usually not necessary. You don’t even have to worry about disinfecting your natural stone countertops, since most are naturally resistant to bacteria (just like granite).

For those looking for unique countertops, look no further than natural stone. No two slabs of marble, granite, or soapstone are exactly alike, so you’ll always find options that are unique to you and unlike anyone else’s countertops. You can get dark countertops, light countertops, patterned countertops, and everything in between, and you can definitely find a natural stone to match your cabinetry or any other feature in your home.

If you’re looking to sell your home at some point, these countertops can be a huge selling point for most buyers. You could end up adding some value to your home, making it more attractive to a potential buyer, and you could end up getting a little more money for your home than you would otherwise.

Finally, natural stone countertops are a great option simply because of the flexibility you get with these countertops. Each slab is cut to your specific needs, so you can finally get the kitchen island the way you’ve always wanted. You can also get a variety of decorative borders (called “border profiles”) for your new countertops: from simple designs like a straight or curved border to more intricate borders like a waterfall or deep ogee border.