Top Requests of Countertop Companies
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Countertop contractors can often perform a wide range of tasks, but some countertop remodel projects are more commonly requested than others. The most requested countertop remodel services include the following.
Granite and marble sealing
Natural stone countertops are exquisitely beautiful, but also require regular maintenance to maintain their natural beauty. For this reason, properly resealing a granite or marble countertop is a common task for qualified countertop contractors. Penetrating or topical sealers will protect these porous surfaces, preventing liquids from discoloring and saturating the stone, which weakens it.
Etch repair
Etching occurs when acidic liquids, such as coffee or lemon juice, create a dull spot or ring on the surface of natural stone countertops. Calcium rich stones like marble and limestone are the most susceptible to etching, and the solution is refinishing and polishing the surface. Your licensed countertop contractor will be able to restore countertop to its natural luster.
Scratch repair
Scratches can occur when any sharp objects his drive across the surface of the countertop. Given the volume of use and abuse that countertops sustain, scratch repair is understandably a common task for countertop contractors. Stone scratches will appear white, making them more visible on darker stone surfaces. Your contractor can remove surface scratches by refinishing the stone surface material using coarse abrasives.
Crack and broken edge repair
Most countertops are built to withstand a tremendous amount of weight and force. However, over time, and especially without regular maintenance, even hardy stone surfaces can crack or break. Typically, such problems are preventable, but if your countertop does crack or break, you need not replace it entirely. broken edges can be pared down and reshaped. Cracks can be repaired by filling with an adhesive, and then matching the color. This may also require refinishing. Qualified countertop contractors can also repair brakes and cracks that occur beneath the surface.
Dullness repair
All stone countertops dull over time and extensive use. Exposure to abrasives and acids rapidly accelerates the aging process. Your countertop contractor however can refinish and polish the surface back to its natural sheen.
New kitchen countertop installation
Replacing existing kitchen countertops with brand-new surface materials is not a job for the faint of heart. It's a job for a highly skilled countertop contractor. Each material has its own unique properties and quirks, so it is of vital importance to find a contractor with extensive experience installing the material you've selected, whether it is laminate, natural stone, stainless steel, or solid surface.
Kitchen countertop expansion
Another common countertop remodel project involves expanding the existing countertop or reconfiguring the kitchen space. Two little kitchen counter space is one of the most common complaints homeowners have about their kitchens. A countertop contractor can help you rethink your kitchen space to maximize the utility you get from it. Common methods include installing an island, and long getting an existing surface, and moving or repurposing an existing surface.
Concrete countertop design and installation
Concrete countertops have gained considerable popularity in recent kitchen design. With concrete countertops, artisans can create unique, specially detailed designs, and as such, concrete countertops are typically more expensive than common surfaces like granite or marble. They are also rather high maintenance, and need to be sealed regularly to prevent staining. However, their unique designs also have greater longevity and can increase resale value.
Bathroom and office countertop installation
Not all countertop remodel projects are confined to the kitchen. While they don't typically experience the wear and tear of heavily used kitchen surfaces, bathroom and office countertops need to be replaced from time to time, both for functional and aesthetic reasons. A qualified bathroom and office specialist can help you size and match the proper surface to your existing bathroom and office design.
Tile countertop installation and repair
Tile countertops represent a large enough subset of all countertops that they merit their own category. Many contractors specialize exclusively in tile work and repair. Whether it's replacing broken tiles or designing an elaborate, colorful countertop backsplash, tile countertop specialists can work wonders with your existing tile countertop or replace your current countertop with a richly designed, durable, and economical new tile countertop.
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