One of the beautiful things about designing a home is that you can
make it a true reflection of your personality and style. The options are
virtually limitless, so it can be exciting to select the fixtures, furniture,
and finishes that will add the final touches to your home’s design. If you’re
currently looking for countertops for a room in your home, you may be wondering
about the benefits of granite countertops. EleMar Oregon specializes in
providing granite countertops for Portland homes. We can help you understand
how they can enhance a home’s design. Here are some of the advantages granite
countertops provide.
Aesthetic Appeal
The main draw of granite countertops is, of course, their aesthetic
appeal. Granite adds to a home’s elegance and is a reflection of the
homeowner’s tastes since each slab is unique. Granite is composed of feldspar
and quartz with small amounts of minerals and has visible crystalline formation
and textures. Its natural beauty and naturally occurring colors and patterns
add to granite’s timeless appeal.
When you work with quality fabricators and contractors, you should be
able to hand-select granite slabs for your Portland home. This will ensure that
your countertops mirror your individuality and complement the interior design
of your home well. As a general rule, it’s a good idea to select slabs that are
from the same block, since color patterns can vary significantly from block to
block. No two slabs are identical within a block. However, each slab will
complement others. If you shop for a slab from EleMar, our team of experts
will walk you through our warehouse so you can find just the right slabs for
you.
Value
Because of their popularity, granite countertops often increase a
home’s resale value. While there’s no guarantee that installing granite
countertops in your Portland home will increase your home’s value, there’s a
strong likelihood that you’ll get a good return on your investment. In fact,
some believe that you can recoup the entire cost of granite countertops because of their strong
appeal among homebuyers. If you’re considering putting your home on the market
in the near future, then granite may be the best option for you.
Durability
Granite countertops can add to a home’s value in more ways than one.
Granite countertops are incredibly durable, meaning they last virtually forever
and won’t need to be replaced for quite some time.
Granite is also extremely resistant to chipping, cracking, and
scratching. Though granite edges can be prone to chipping, selecting
countertops with rounded edges often alleviates this problem. Granite is
heat-resistant as well. A hot pot could likely be placed on top of your granite
countertop without damaging or discoloring the stone.
Granite is also reasonably moisture-resistant. When sealed properly,
your granite countertops will likely maintain their pristine condition over
time. In fact, granite has greater strength and hardness than sandstone,
limestone, and marble. The durability of granite provides yet another advantage
to installing granite countertops in your home.
Low Maintenance
Granite’s durability leads us to another benefit of granite
countertops—they require very minimal upkeep. Often, you simply need to wash
your granite countertops with mild soap and water to remove any stains. Since granite
doesn’t harbor bacteria, it’s an incredibly sanitary option as well.
Granite countertops do require sealing, but this is fairly easy to do.
You can perform this work yourself or hire a professional to do it. The sealant
should be reapplied every two years or when you notice that water stops beading
on the counter’s surface.
Repairs for granite countertops are also quite simple. Minor repairs
can often be performed as a do-it-yourself project. If you notice that you have
a crack or chip in the surface, simply purchase an epoxy kit from your local
hardware store. If you notice that you have areas of dullness, simply refinish
the surface to add shine. The ease of fixing minor chips and scratches in your
granite countertops is another benefit that adds to their value and makes them
a worthwhile investment.
You Can See It for Yourself
These are just some of the advantages of granite, but we encourage you
to see firsthand the benefits that granite countertops can provide. If you’re
working with a fabricator or contractor, we encourage you to come to our
warehouse to view our granite slabs. All of them are kept on A-frames, similar
to an art gallery, for ease of viewing.
Once you narrow down a block based on color and appearance, we’ll pull
out all the individual slabs so you can choose the particular pattern that’s
best suited to you and your home. If you have difficulty choosing your slab on
your initial visit, we’ll welcome you back until you find the right fit. At
EleMar, we understand that selecting material for your home is an important
decision. We’ll work with you until you’ve found the exact right selection.
If you’d like to learn more about granite or other materials, check
out our educational videos, our gallery, and our store guide for more
information. We’re confident that granite countertops will enhance the look of
your Portland home. We encourage you to come for a visit and see firsthand
their natural beauty and appeal.
Can’t get in for a visit just yet? No problem at all. We’ve created an app for you to download. You can explore our
inventory and access articles and videos straight from your phone! You’ll learn
why there’s so much to love about granite countertops. Our app is a fun,
convenient way to explore their benefits. When you’re ready to visit a
warehouse, give us a call. In the meantime, browse our current inventory photos on the app. We can’t wait to show you
everything we have in store!
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