The housing market is currently seeing substantial rises in sale prices across the US due to the pandemic’s safer protocols, allowing for new viewing processes to be implemented. As a result, more homeowners are putting their houses on the market to take advantage of higher prices.
If the time has come to sell your home and get ready for showings, it’s important to focus on high-quality upgrades that will actually have an impact on potential buyers. Kitchens are one of the most highly prioritized rooms in a home as they must combine form and function all at once.
Striking That Perfect Balance
A kitchen countertop must look appealing while providing strong foundations to work on. Butcher blocks and stainless steel sinks are classic options, but what about the rest of the countertop?
Three different countertop materials have proven to give any kitchen a high-quality feel and look, capturing the eye of potential buyers the moment they walk into the room.
Marble Countertops – The height of luxury, marble countertops are the most iconic features of kitchens, both old and new. Calacatta marble, in particular, is known as the best of the best due to the dark veins that run through the slab.
While these brighter cuts of marble are considered the most aesthetically pleasing, high-quality marble comes in a large shade range to match the rest of the kitchen’s design elements. They are more on the high-maintenance side, but the investment is worth it for both how your home looks and its eventual valuation.
Granite Countertops – Many homeowners opt for granite countertops, as it is a more popular choice due to lower costs per square foot and less required maintenance. Even with lower maintenance requirements, most granite countertops will last a lifetime when properly cared for. Like marble, there are multiple types of granite to seamlessly integrate into any interior design palette, which can increase your home’s value by as much as 25%.
Quartz Countertops – The added flexibility of an extensive color range makes quartz a great, high-quality alternative to granite countertops when style is the deciding factor. The durability comes from binding agents in the mixture, which includes polymer and resin binders, making up 10% of the mix.
Our Personal Experience
Working with customers in the Greater Philadelphia area, Suburban Marble & Granite has seen the trends come and go with each neighborhood. For example, granite countertops may reign supreme in Horsham, while marble slabs can be more prevalent in the rest of Montgomery County. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference, but any one of these materials should add significant value to your home.
It’s one thing to know the differences between each countertop, but another to actually see and feel them. Suburban Marble & Granite is a veteran-owned business focused on providing an immaculate showroom with knowledgeable staff ready to help find your perfect kitchen upgrades.
If you’re looking to increase the value of your home before putting it on the market, don’t hesitate to give us a call or stop by our showroom. We’ll get the job done right the first time and within your budget, guaranteed.
