A marble kitchen countertop is one of the most sought after countertop materials that is around today and it has been so for many years.
Marble countertops will add a definite touch of class and beauty that is by nature marble.
Available in different colors and hues marble ranges in color from yellows and greens to the black and white which is most common.
Marble counter tops are a metamorphic rock in the limestone family.
Over time limestone changes to slate under incredible heat and pressure and then further changes to marble when left under even higher amounts of heat and pressure.
Marble is found in quarries around the world and can be sculpted to any shape which could be a benefit if you are trying to blend with a decorative piece.
Another thing that can be done to give it an even more defined look is a process that will give it an antique look that definitely add a certain something to even the most beautiful of kitchens.
Due to its porosity marble countertops need to be sealed when they are finished or you risk changing the marble into something you will not be too happy with.
The marble countertops today will last a few decades or longer with proper maintenance which can help justify the very high cost associated with a marble kitchen countertop.
Pros: -Natural look of elegance all its own -Every piece is unique -Durable -Perfect for a baking area because it retains its coolness Cons: -Can crack and break -Most small blemishes can be sanded out -High cost A marble kitchen countertop will range anywhere from $150-250 per square foot installed the biggest variable is the amount of fabrication done to it.
Marble countertops are a truly elegant and unique material that will add sophistication to any kitchen remodel that you are involved in.