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If you’re remodeling your kitchen, you might need to choose new countertops. There are many choices, all with distinct advantages and disadvantages. Unfortunately, many of the popular options are expensive, which can make it difficult for homeowners on a strict budget. Luckily, there are plenty of affordable materials for countertops. Here are some of the best options:
The most affordable and simplest way to change your countertops is by painting them. No matter what your current counters are made of, there is a type of paint available to do the job. This is an effort-intensive option involving multiple steps, but the savings is significant compared to other materials. Try painting your countertops to give them a fresh look without replacing them.
Laminate counters continue to rise in popularity and quality. With more advanced printing technologies, you can even mimic the appearance of stone or wood with laminate. While older laminate options were prone to scratches, newer versions are more impervious to damage. There are also several affordable sealant options to add further protection.
Concrete is a perfect option for those who want the same cool and earthy feel of natural stone without breaking the bank. Concrete is a fraction of the cost of stone and much easier to install, which also helps keep the price low. You can even install concrete countertops on your own if you have DIY savvy. Also, the wide variety of stains and finishes for concrete means you have far more options than simple gray.
You can use tile for more than just your kitchen backsplash. For countertops, tile offers the same durability of natural stone for a much lower price point. Tile also gives you the chance to use colors and patterns for your countertops. Whether you want natural tones or bold, glossy colors, there are affordable tile options for every kitchen.
Wood or butcher block counters are affordable options for countertops with a warmer, rustic feel. There are many types of wood counters available, including bamboo and maple. You can add stains to customize the color or simply enjoy the natural grain of the wood you choose. While affordable and simple to install, wood countertops require regular upkeep. To make sure they look and work their best, you’ll need to oil them every few years.
These are just a few options to keep in mind when picking a material for countertops. All have their own advantages and drawbacks but offer significant savings compared to other popular materials like marble, quartzite or granite.
Rossi Real Estate Services LLC is a boutique real estate brokerage firm that provides close personal attention to buyers and sellers in the Capital Region and surrounding areas. “Typical” is not a word that clients use to describe Rossi Real Estate's approach to home buying and selling. Building upon years of experience, Rossi Real Estate employs creative marketing approaches, combined with a vast network, to quickly sell homes. By creating home floor plans, professional photography, and online marketing videos, Rossi Real Estate is able to depict home layouts and professional marketing to potential buyers before stepping foot in your home; this saves the seller valuable time by attracting only those buyers who have greater interest in the home. Additionally, by employing targeted online marketing, Rossi Real Estate targets buyers searching for homes just like yours.
Joe Rossi, the Principal Broker at Rossi Real Estate, builds upon over 12 years real estate experience in every transaction. Joe zealously advocates for his clients by combining his diverse background in law, finance, complex negotiation, and management, with compassion and exemplary communication skills creates. He explains transaction details and guides his clients through every step of the buying and selling experience. Furthermore, Joe listens to his clients’ wants and needs. In a recent transaction, the buyer profusely thanked Joe, stating he was, “[T]he only one in the transaction that was capable of communicating with the sellers in a way that ensured we were able to close on our dream home”.
Our real estate practice includes leading professionals, all of which are NYS Licensed Real Estate Sales Associates: Joseph R. Rossi, Ryan Hart, & Dustin Cogswell. Their experience includes work at a fortune 100 company, military operations, and technical recruiting.
If you're looking for a real estate broker who goes above and beyond the industry, who genuinely cares about their clients, and who will drive results, contact Rossi Real Estate Services LLC today.
The Stuff our attorneys make us include...
In accordance with Real Property Law §442-H, Rossi Real Estate Services LLC implemented a Standardized Operating Procedure governing client engagement. As such, prior to any engagement, Broker:
1. Requires a buyer to produce identification if the identity of the buyer is not readily known through a personal relationship with the broker or licensed sales person;
2. Requires an exclusive agency agreement (i.e. exclusive broker agreement) prior to engagement with any buyer;
3. Does not require pre-approval for a mortgage loan; however, a pre-qualification letter for a mortgage loan or, for cash buyers, proof of funds is required.
Although Broker may not require certain information, a seller of real estate may require this information prior to showing the property and/or as part of any purchase offer.
