Designing A New Kitchen

There is a process to go through when it comes to designing a kitchen that works for you in functionality as well as appearance. Creating a kitchen that remains something you are happy with over time and stays cohesive takes some thought and planning. From textures to colors to different materials and elements. You can start from different points depending on what you want to achieve. Some start from the countertop and work out colors and other factors from there. Then you can think about cabinets, flooring, backsplash, lighting and wall colors. If you are someone that likes a lot of color to go with your engineered stone Wall countertops you can have more going on, or you can stay more monochromatic or simple. Here is a look at how to choose the optimal countertop for you.

The optimal countertop

• Style and design - The material will have a big impact on what the countertop looks like and whether it suits the aesthetics you prefer. Engineered stone Middletown, quartz, concrete, butcher’s block, glass, granite and so on all come with different looks. Are you wanting veining? Are you looking for something that stands out or blends in? Do you want a thick or thin countertop?
• Longevity and care - Some materials are harder to keep clean, and some need regular maintenance like resealing. Engineered stone Middletown lasts a long time and needs probably the least maintenance to keep it looking great. If you are considering natural stones like the ever-popular granite you will need to have it resealed at least yearly. It depends on how hard you will be using the countertop, your lifestyle and who else will be using the countertops.    
• Budget - The material of the countertop is going to depend on the budget you have for the change. Options like granite or engineered stone Wall are more expensive but then they last for a lot longer and are more resistant. When you opt for a cheaper material like laminate, it does not last for many years and it can start to deteriorate sooner in its appearance. Sometimes saving for a bit longer can be the best decision.
• Thinking about functionality - This is where you will be doing most if not all of your kitchen preparation work so it needs to work for you. If you do not cook often and you do not need to worry about scratches you can opt for something that has more in terms of looks than practicality. If it will get a lot of heavy use then you will want it to be heat resistant, stain resistant, scratch resistant and so on. If most of the cooking you do in your kitchen is bread making and baking soapstone or marble is said to be the best option as it stays cooler.

Summary

When you are designing a new kitchen think hard about the countertop, the material and what you need and can afford. With some careful planning you could have a great option that works for a life time of use.