Countertops are to kitchens, like bathtubs and showers are to bathrooms – they are where the most important functions within a kitchen take place. Whether prepping, mixing, or cooking food (and let’s not forget prepping drinks), countertops have a simple yet crucial role to play within the kitchen space: to provide a clean and even, stable and resilient, stylishly satisfying surface.
Although some would think this is one of the most basic elements of the kitchen to choose when designing a custom kitchen, the humble countertop can cause much distress when it comes to deciding on which ones to go with.
The first question to ask, however, will always boil down to which material to use. That’s why we’re here to show you the difference between opting for wood and stone countertops, the pros and cons of these different countertop materials, and how they will influence the style and functionality of your kitchen.
When It Comes to Countertops, Material Is Everything!
The material you choose will affect your initial price point, so it’s important to consider how big of an investment you’re willing to make. As some materials will age, wear, and function better than others, you may want to spend a bit more now to ensure that you are happy with your kitchen for years to come.
Another important consideration to make is what type of look and appearance you are going for in your new luxury kitchen – with contemporary kitchens now considered the hub of the home, your choice of countertop is a defining expression of your personality and style, and with Noblessa’s diverse range of custom Kitchen Collections, you’re sure to find your perfect style-match.
Typically speaking, homemakers who are more into a sleek minimalistic style will opt for an equally as sleek natural wood or stone countertop. The more adventurous types looking to make a statement might lean more towards a stone such as a beautifully swirled marble top – which can also spruce up an otherwise traditional look, like what you’ll see in Noblessa’s Shape Collection.
Pros & Cons of Wooden Countertops
The first major pro of wooden countertops is that they come in a wide variety of woods, grains, and shades – which makes them the easiest to customize to your own unique style.
Whether you’re into oak, cherry, maple, or teak (to name just a few), the options are really endless when it comes to matching the perfect choice of wood with the look you’re after. And would you like to know the best part? If you grow tired of your choice in the future, wooden tops are easy to stain to a new shade that better suits your updated vision – talk about no strings attached.
Wooden countertops also work wonderfully to warm up an otherwise stark or dark space, like what you’ll see in the Tempo Collection – in which warm wood countertops tastefully contrast elegant dark cabinetry.
With wood, stains, and cracks are also easy to fix with a good sanding and some oil – or if you’re after a rustic look, you can leave them as is. Tarnished wood can bring an interesting character to your kitchen. This is also the only major con for those who like to prep food directly on the counter – knives will leave marks on wood.
Pros & Cons of Stone Countertops
True to their form, stone and marble countertops are easily the most resilient and durable material to go for if you’re not into wear and tear. This also makes them generally more expensive, but you won’t need to maintain them much after installation. These sturdy countertops are also heat resistant, easy to clean, and they come in a wide variety of colors and patterns. This makes stone an ideal material to integrate into your luxury kitchen design.
The cons with going with marble or stone is that you can’t really change them if your style changes, and this can make it intimidating or hard to know if you’re making the right choice to suit your particular style when choosing which countertops to go for – that’s where our skilled team of Noblessa designers come in. They will help you choose the perfect stone or marble countertops that will last for years.
Whether you’re looking for the warmth and homey feel of wooden countertops, or you’d prefer the sleek and stylish feel that stone or marble tops bring – we’ve got a range of custom options to suit just about every personality, and quality countertops that easily eliminate any potential cons down the line.
