Countertops & Wall Tile
Selecting your countertops and backsplashes is an important and exciting process that will greatly impact the look and feel of your new home. The possibilities are endless with the number of options and design choices that are available to you. Add an edge design for an affordable custom look, or go extravagant with a tiled counter top. Custom patterns are also available and will add an innovative touch to your countertops and wall tile.

Solid Surface - Solid surface products are the newest and one of the most popular countertop options. They offer an array of countless designs and color options in countertops, integrated sinks and backsplashes.

Because solid surface materials like Corian and Zodiac are nonporous they will not promote the growth of mold, mildew, or bacteria so they are ideal for kitchen counter tops, bathroom countertops, and even shower walls! Also because they are nonporous these materials are the most stain resistant materials on the market. They are manufactured instead of cut from stone, so they have been engineered to resist cuts, and chipping. Also because the coloring of materials like Corian and SileStone are consistent throughout the entire stone, you can buff out any imperfections without costly repairs.

Natural Stone – The most well known natural stone used for countertops is granite, and for good reason too. Balancing beauty and durability, this unique material will not only ad a touch of beauty and class to your kitchen or bathroom, but value as well. Patterns in granite are always unique and no two slabs of granite are the same. The colors in granite can very depending on where the granite came from and can range from star-speckled black, to stunningly bold reds, greens, and blues. Don’t underestimate this stone’s durability just because of it’s beauty, it is still one of the most trusted materials in high end kitchens to the fact that it is heat, stain and scratch resistant.

Other natural stones have other unique natural patterns and designs to them that can add a new dimension to your kitchen and bathrooms. Marble, limestone, sandstone, shell stone, slate, and travertine all have unique qualities and limitations. Their uses can vary from countertops, to flooring, and even a decorative alternative to drywall for bold looks and accents. The possibilities are endless!

Tile – The key thing to remember about tile is it’s versatility. Tile is used in various applications from flooring, to custom bathrooms or surprisingly interesting countertops. Tile can make a great statement as an decorative accessory such as backsplashes or fireplace surrounds, or alone such as a kitchen countertop or a beautiful tub deck. Whether the tile is natural stone (travertine, marble, slate), ceramic, or porcelain, you will be able to fine an extremely wide variety of colors sizes, finishes and patterns. You can even have custom designs painted onto your ceramic tile for even more decorative flair. Finishes can range from a matte to a high gloss. High gloss finishes tend to lead to more noticeable scratches and scuffs, so try to limit high gloss finishes to areas with less traffic such as bathrooms, backsplashes, and accents. Just like natural stone, tile is great for countertops because it is heat, stain, and scratch resistant, but is easier to chip.

Laminate – The most affordable of countertop selections doesn’t have to be the Plain Jane countertops of the past. Today laminate countertops are offered in a variety of colors, patterns, and textures to spice up your kitchen. On the positive side, laminate is easy to care for. However laminate will show scratches and over time can de-laminate, break, and chip. You can dress up laminate counter tops with a tile backsplash.