Counter Points

Thinking about a kitchen renovation? Countertops can be a huge driver in the course of your design decisions. In a kitchen, we need our products to look great and function even better.

Marble countertops have been all the rage the last few years, found gracing the pages of every magazine and design publication. This classic material is on a trend wave that doesn’t seem to be slowing down. Marble is a softer material than granite and questions always come up about marble’s durability and function in a kitchen. The answer has two parts. Yes, marble is a durable material for a countertop. It has been used for centuries. Yes, it will it be subject to scratch marks and possible stains or etched spots. So the real question is whether you can look at a few marks and see charming patina or whether you will be forever tormented by a scratch from a careless knife blade? Know yourself and let that guide you.

If marble seems like a risky choice for you, you may want to revisit quartz composite countertops. Brands like Cambria, Silestone and Caesarstone have taken notice of the trend toward marble and have produced some great products that capture the look of marble but provide a virtually indestructible surface.