Choice is not
lacking when it comes to countertops in your kitchen. You’ve got granite, marble,
and wood. If you want that smooth surfaced top that will fit into your budget,
why not look into laminates? Imperial Counters offers budget-friendly laminate countertops
to Twin Cities home owners.
Laminate
countertops look great! Maybe you want them to match your mahogany cabinets?
Perhaps you want them to offset the bright orange paint covering the walls of
your kitchen? Or, quite possibly you want to go with something of a rustic
feel, a wooden type of pattern? They come in so many colors, patterns and styles
that you will be sure to find the one that fits your kitchen décor.
Laminates are substantially cheaper than their stone and other solid surface
countertops. Generally starting in the teens per square foot in price (quartz,
marble, or granite often running in the $50 to $100 per square foot range),
laminates will not break the bank. Another thing to consider with laminate
countertops with regard to your money, should you a few years down the road
decide you want to get new countertops again, the cost of a laminate will be
easier to part with if you had previously purchased a natural stone countertop
that you have grown tired of. Also, if you choose to sell your home after
having bought laminate countertops over a more expensive equivalent, the lower
cost will make your counters easier to part with. If you go the natural stone
route in your countertops, the resale value may be boosted into the price of
your home—if would-be buyers intend to update the kitchen, this may not be the
case and could contribute to a more difficult sell.
Laminates offer a smooth surface so spills and crumbs have
no holes nor wedges to fall into. As with any spill that could potentially
stain a surface should be addressed immediately. Typical laminate countertops
are easy to clean with a household
cleaning product or hot water using a rag or sponge. Cleaning is easy,
maintaining offers no worries. Don’t go crazy caring for these counters, just
be careful with your usage of abrasive cleaners and exposing them to high
temperatures. Another bonus is that they do not require being sealed!
Are you
interested in learning more about countertops
in the Twin Cities? Call Imperial Counters at 651-437-3903 or you can
contact us for a Free
Estimate.
