When looking to redesign your kitchen counter, there are many options available these days. Custom made counters give you the advantage of choosing your style according to your tastes and needs.

The first of its kind are Granite countertops. Bringing a unique style and elegance to your kitchen, they come in a variety of over 3,000 different colors that give your kitchen a lifetime of convenience. Although they are a bit expensive, their appearance is permanent and provides high value to those looking to purchase them for their homes. In addition, these table tops do not require any maintenance. Just like their names, solid surface countertops are custom built to customer demands and can be sanded down if necessary. There are a wide variety of colors and patterns available and they are also stain resistant. Avonite, Corian, and Swanstone are some of the well-known brands that offer these types of counters.

Engineered stone countertops can be composed of up to 93% vitreous silica. Not only are they resistant to scratches, but they also have more color options than granite countertops. Their surface lacks pores, which makes them resistant to acids and stains. Famous brands such as DuPont Zodiaq®, LG Viatera®, Cambria Quartz and Silestone® offer countertops of this type.

Having ceramic tile on your kitchen countertop is an inexpensive option for budget consumers. Being durable and easy to clean, these tiles come in a wide variety of colors, prices, textures, and patterns. Laminate countertops are another type of plastic-coated composite that has a very smooth surface that makes it very easy to clean. To make things easier, they can be cut to appropriate sizes and end pieces finished. Commercial brands such as Formica, Nevamar and Wilsonart are suppliers of such counters.

If you are looking for something different from stone, wooden countertops are your alternative. Wood from dicotyledonous trees like maple and oak is most commonly used in such wood countertops that give a warm ambiance to your kitchen. On top of all, they are easy to clean and can be resealed when needed.

But if you want to give your kitchen a modern look, you should go for stainless steel countertops. Although a little expensive, they resist heat and last a long time. And you can get that uncoated counter by using stainless steel, as it can be manufactured to customer-provided specifications. With a smooth exterior and a dark gray color, soapstone is sometimes used as a countertop as it gives a rich finish to the kitchen. However, regular maintenance is mandatory.

Although they are very expensive, marbles give an epicurean look to your kitchen making it look wonderful. In addition, they resist heat and are waterproof.

The latest in these categories are concrete countertops. They can be molded directly in your kitchen giving your kitchen a different and exotic look. But they can be a bit expensive. Giving them various shades of colors is quite possible.

So, whatever your budget, perhaps one thing is for sure: When it comes to custom countertops, it’s a win-win situation.