Granite Countertops Lost Their Appeal?

Granite counter top, IMS Texas

Whether you have granite or other natural stone countertop, IMS Texas can restore its luster to near original condition.

Do you have “granite fatigue”?

A recent Los Angeles Times article espoused the idea that in home-building and renovations “granite fatigue” has set in for consumers, builders and renovators. That is, that the recent wild popularity of granite now means that it’s a “been there, done that” option as a material for kitchen countertops and kitchen islands.

Instead, alternatives such as glass, metal and other natural stones, like marble and soapstone are being sought out by homeowners and builders alike. And if you want to go even more exotic, think volcanoes. One contractor uses lava stone in his high-end kitchen renovations.

Regardless of how “hot or not” the surface is, kitchen counters require proper care, particularly because natural stone maintenance is vital to keep your kitchen “cooking,” both literally and from an aesthetic point of view.

Granite countertop cleaning requires specific actions, just as any natural stone maintenance does, whether it is on your counter or floor.

You can read the full L.A. Times article here.

To find out more about countertop restoration, countertop polishing or other IMS Texas service, call (214) 351-9390.

Counter Top Material Options

IMS TX granite restoration

Granite is one popular choice for kitchen counter tops

Many homeowners find the task of selecting a kitchen counter top material daunting. The vast types of material, not to mention colors and styles, often make it as difficult as choosing a floor plan.

There is one important issue to keep in mind however, which help makes the process an easier one.

What is the water resistance of the material? As demonstrated in one of IMS stone demonstrations, some natural stones are simply more absorbent than others. In the kitchen, obviously it is of paramount importance to know this information, and to thoroughly test your preferred natural stones, as shown in the video.

Particularly, with kitchens often seeing a variety of substances and not just water, this is a vital action to take so that later down the line, you’re not muttering over stained counter tops, unsightly marks and a “ruined” kitchen.

Once you know the relative water resistant properties of the counter top materials, you’ll likely find it easy to now simply pare the choices from your personal preferences based on look or durability or ease of cleaning.

This article may also help with choosing a material.

Regardless of your choice, IMS Texas has been restoring, polishing and maintaining natural stone surfaces for years. Already known for their stellar natural stone restoration work with some of Dallas’ most well-known buildings and natural stone lobbies and floors, IMS Texas also offers their stone restoration services to homeowners.

To get a consultation on polishing or restoring your kitchen counter top or other natural stone surface in your home, call IMS Texas at (214) 351-9390.