I've been writing a little lately about my professional advice vs personal preferences when it comes to owning an average house in an average price point. Even though I know what the majority of potential home buyers are looking for or expecting but I just can't help but wonder why. For example, Granite or marble counter tops.
They are so veryexpensive, beautiful yes, but expensive. What concerns me further is that everyone I speak to who has owned granite or marble counter tops talk about how difficult they are to keep. I don't know personally because I've never owned a home with them but come on, it's a counter top! I'm like everyone else with a busy life, kids, work. Who has the time or inclination for maintenance of a counter top?
Also, what happens when the style or color trend changes? I see some counters where the natural design is sometimes "busy" and I can predict a design change will require replacement in just a few years. That's just not a chance I'm willing to take given the expense.
Again, check out your local supplier for the latest in laminate counter tops. I just replaced my counter top a month ago and at first glance you can't tell that it's not granite. The finish on it is new is much better quality than previously found on the market. And here's another confession, I don't fear cutting a sandwich on my counter and when the design trend changes so will my counter top, very easily and without the high expense.
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