It’s a difficult choice to choose the perfect kitchen countertop. It is more than just a matter of appearance and price. While it may be easy to choose the most aesthetic or cost-effective material, you should consider durability, performance and maintenance requirements.

In any home, kitchen cabinets and countertops play a significant and demanding part. This element is essential in any kitchen because it gives an area for meal preparation, cooking, and serving which is an important part of any kitchen. As a result, choosing the proper material makes your kitchen more convenient and easier to maintain. It also goes well with the rest of your kitchen’s style.

You can utilize marble in the kitchen if you’re willing to put in a little extra effort in terms of upkeep or an adjustment in mindset when it comes to the imperfections that come with everyday life.

What Makes Marble Kitchen Countertops So Special?

Marble’s properties make it ideal for sculpture and other practical implementation but also make it more prone to chipping, scratching, and staining. Marble has a Mohs hardness of 3 and is called a “soft” stone, which explains its widespread use in sculpture.

Marble worktops, for example, scuff and scratch more quickly than granite or quartz countertops in the kitchen. Because marble is a porous stone, it is more susceptible to stains from aggressive cleaning chemicals or acidic liquids.

Marble is frequently collected in big slabs straight from the mountainsides since it exists in quite huge deposits that can be hundreds of inches deep, making it perfect for big use such as kitchen and bathroom countertops.

Every marble countertop, tabletop and backsplash are genuinely one-of-a-kind because each slab is distinct and there is a considerable lot of difference from one piece to another. The striking shade of white marble, in particular, brings the kitchen a refreshing, crisp sparkle and can enliven up the space with low natural light.

If you’re cooking in the middle of a hot summer, marble counters will keep you as cool as air-conditioning. The marble is also heat resistant, so it’s a fantastic choice if there’s a lot of cooking in your kitchen. Despite its ability to endure high temperatures, don’t keep piping hot pot directly on marble. Always use a pot holder to avoid scratches and etching the surface.

Marble Kitchen Countertops: Different Styles of Marble

Even though gleaming white is possibly the best colour in the world of natural materials, marble for countertops is available in a variety of colours, ranging from calm Tropical Blue and vibrant Forest Green to earthy Sequoia Brown Leather.

Basically, there are two distinct styles of classic Italian whites-

• Carrara
• Calacatta

Carrara Marble

Carrara marble, which is usually the more affordable option, has finer veining that gives the marble a greyer and silvery tint. Carrara has a more consistent look, with less striking diversity in the various segments, yet slabs with more impressive patterns can be seen.

Calacatta Marble

Calacatta marble, on the other hand, has wide, broader streaks and a lot of visuals. This look is more spectacular and elegant, making it ideal for a stove backdrop or a kitchen island that makes a statement. Calacatta marble looks best in a wide range of applications due to its variety.

In general, the marble can be refined in three different ways, such as—

• Polished
• Honed
• leathered

Polished Marble

• most popular option
• gives iconic gloss
• highlights sparkle and bright whites of the stone
• luxurious look
• easier to clean and maintain

Honed Marble

• matte finish
• softer and warmer
• more porous
• prone to stains
• needs more frequent re-sealing

Leathered Marble

• more natural feel
• mimics the natural stone’s movement
• highlight the straight from the earth aesthetic
• don’t show scratches, fingerprints or watermarks easily

Marble Kitchen Countertops Can Boost Your Home’s Overall Value

Marble will always have purchasers who really are willing to pay extra for it. Since Ancient Rome, marble has been associated with luxury and tall properties. Until the end of time, marble kitchen counters will be as trendy as marble-tiled bathrooms. The smooth, veined stone is renowned to be incredibly durable, however, it is also scratch-prone. Marble counter tops are frequently the centrepiece of a luxury kitchen when properly cared for and polished on a regular basis.

If the overall kitchen and home perfectly match the lavish kitchen counters, marbles can significantly boost the overall value of a kitchen design.

Best Ways to Use Marble in the Kitchen

Using marble is not just limited to the countertops. Here are a few ways you can use marble in the kitchen, and give your kitchen a dazzling look—

Countertop

Keeping marble safe and reducing the risk of damage is easy with a few tips. Make sure your marble portrays a story. You can consider Calacatta marble or sparkling white Carrara marble to an evergreen all-white kitchen look. You can also explore more options at Marble Yard’s store to make your kitchen stand out and shine.

Bar Top

If your kitchen has a separate wet bar area, this is another perfect place for marble because it won’t be subjected to too much usage. But, keep in mind that you might be dealing with red wine and lemon juice which are usually used at the bar, so be cautious! Consider using a stylish platter or a protective mat.

Kitchen Island

Nowadays oversized kitchen islands are in trend. They make a great statement and make the kitchen look stunning. Try some vibrant pattern set against a neutral countertop or monochrome cabinet design in the rest of the kitchen, or indulge in the covet-worthy Calacatta, to create a luxurious impression on guests.

Backsplash

Vertical uses, such as kitchen backsplashes, are another great way to highlight marble’s unique veining. You can mix and match slabs, coordinate your backsplashes to your worktops, or go with complementary patterns. Even though marble requires a lot of maintenance, it’s a lot easier to clean than those massive mosaic backsplashes with all the gaps and hiding places!

Taking The Next Steps— Buying Quality Marble Kitchen Countertops at Marble Yards!

In the market, there are nearly endless kitchen countertop options to meet various lifestyle preferences and budgets. Countertops are a long-term purchase, and you should never buy them on the spur of the moment. Take your time to consider the pros and cons of each type and limit down your options until you pick one that fits your kitchen. The brand’s reputation is also important when it comes to the countertops’ durability and reliability.

At Marble Yard, we are committed to delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. To produce the highest quality countertops on the market, we use cutting-edge technology and CNC machines. Our professionals will help you make the best decision, and we can also assist you with installation. Please contact us with any questions or to place an order.