The Importance of Choosing Made-to-Order Stone Countertops

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 Of course, every homeowner in the throes of home remodeling is looking to cut costs whenever the opportunity presents itself, from Bloomfield Hills, MI kitchen cabinets all the way down to flooring. Brand new kitchen countertops, for instance, constitute a significant portion of the remodeling budget; if that cost can be avoided, more funds can be allocated to other areas or can be pocketed altogether. However, when it comes to kitchen countertops, it's highly recommended for customers to go with the made-to-order route. Here are a few reasons why.

Specific Cabinet Configurations Require Specific Countertops

While there might be a decent selection of people nearby who are selling their old kitchen countertops, it's important to consider the fact that finding a used countertop that both matches the aesthetic of the kitchen and also fits with the specified measurements of the cabinets is highly unlikely. In fact, finding such a used countertop might end up costing the homeowner so much time, it would be more economically feasible for them to opt for a brand new countertop. In cases where the kitchen in question is significantly smaller than the one that held the old countertop pieces, buying a used set might be feasible. However, the old countertop will invariably come with sink, faucet, or cooktop hole configurations that likely won't correspond to the requirements of the current kitchen.

Perfection Can Only Be Attained by Buying New

If a homeowner is engaged in a casual renovation where the priority is to cut as many costs as possible while giving the home a mild revamp, then making the investment on a brand new stone countertop might not be worth it. However, for homeowners looking for genuine beauty and synchronicity in their kitchen, there's no option to go with other than buying made-to-order countertops. Not only will the homeowner have the option of choosing from a variety of stone slabs to pair with their flooring, cabinetry, and backsplash, but they have the option to customize their countertop based on their needs, from the sink to the cooktop.

Professional Installation Option

Most natural stone countertop production companies offer either their own or third party installation services. While some countertop installation jobs can technically be handled by an average do-it-yourselfer, other jobs absolutely require the expertise (not to mention strength) of a proven installation team. By dealing directly with a professional stone supplier, customers allow themselves the opportunity to be informed as to the difficulty level of their installation; if the risks are too high, then the installation team is ready and willing to offer their services.