The countertop is
an essential component of the kitchen. It is where all the important kitchen
work takes place. But more than that, the countertop is the bedrock of kitchen
décor when doing a kitchen renovation. It bears the burden of setting the
tone and feel of the space.
Seeing its
importance in kitchen décor, it matters a lot what material, finish and design
you choose for your countertop. We have put together the hottest countertop
trends for 2017 to give you ideas for your own kitchen. As you would expect,
these trends focus heavily on color and material choices. Spoiler alert: quartz
is still king of kitchen countertops.
1. Quartz is Here to Stay
Quartz was
introduced as a high-end alternative to granite, check out our granite vs
quartz article. Granite a natural rock, has for years dominated the
countertop scene especially for homeowners who want something strong, durable
and good looking. But it has a downside… It is porous. This means that liquids
like water, wine, and oils can seep through the surface causing staining. Even
worse, it encourages breeding of dangerous bacteria that could leave your
countertop unsanitary.
The porous issue
can be resolved by sealing the granite surface with a non-porous
sealant. But the sealant wears off with time & wear, so the countertop has
to be resealed at least once every year.
Quartz on the other
hand, is completely non-porous and does not have to go through regular
re-sealing. This means it is highly resistant against staining and is one of
the most hygienic countertop options for homeowners. Add to that the fact that
quartz is extremely strong, making it super durable and you can see why it is
not going anywhere soon as the countertop material of choice for many
homeowners.
Quartz now comes in
many styles and colors, that give it a granite, marble or natural stone look.
In 2017, Kitchen quartz countertops will remain king not just for the
year but for quite some time to come.
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