Angie's List: Kitchen Countertops

MEMPHIS, TN (localmemphis.com)--Updating your kitchen countertops with the latest look might seem like an easy remodeling project.

But you need to be careful.

Countertops are true workhorses that can transform the look of your kitchen.

Whether you want something more traditional.

"We still see most people in that granite and quartz world," remodeling contractor Geoff Horen said.

Or a bit trendier.

"Concrete and wood tend to be and recycled glass, tend to be what I kinda call our HGTV products," Horen said.

The first thing you need to ask yourself is not just how much you're willing to spend, but how much you should spend.

"Countertops are no different than any other type of remodeling project. It's really important to assess the value of your neighborhood. You don't want to over invest in your house because you won't get the return. So, for example if you have a rental property that you rent out for $1000/month, installing countertops that are $80/square foot is way too much money to invest," Angie Hicks of Angies List said.

You also need to determine how you'll be using your countertops. Do you spend a lot of time in the kitchen? Do you do a lot of cooking? Are you worried about stains or scratches?

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Angie's List: Kitchen Countertops