How Marble Countertops Age Over Time
If you love marble countertops because of their natural beauty, you are already halfway to understanding how they age and the impact of marble countertop aging. Marble is a natural stone that softens, settles, and builds character over time. At Tops Countertops, we see this process daily with polished marble, honed marble, Carrara, and Danby […]
How to Maintain Quartz Countertops for Long-Lasting Beauty
Quartz countertops are known to be low-maintenance, non-porous, and naturally resistant to most spills. But does “low maintenance” mean no maintenance? That’s a common and costly mistake we’ve seen many homeowners make! To keep your quartz countertops truly looking fresh and new for decades, you need a strategy. As South Sound’s premier fabricator, Tops Countertops […]
Granite Countertops and Resale Value: Is It Worth It
If you already believe granite countertops can add value to your home, you are not wrong. Granite has a long track record in both kitchen and bathroom upgrades because buyers trust natural stone and understand its durability. The real question is how much resale value you can expect and whether the investment makes sense for […]
Indoor vs Outdoor Countertops: How to Choose Materials That Last
Most homeowners assume a countertop material behaves the same whether it sits in an indoor kitchen or an outdoor kitchen. It doesn’t. The same slab reacts differently once UV, moisture, and temperature swings hit it. A surface that stays durable indoors can stain or fade outdoors. As a veteran-owned fabricator with decades of hands-on experience, […]