We had both in our old kitchen and the squared edge of the Dakota Mahogany on the island did have chips on the edge. (over a couple of years) The 1/4 inch rounded on the other counters did not.

In the new kitchen I opted for 1/4 inch rounded on the perimeter and ogee on the island. Counters were just installed last week but the rounded edge with the Shaker cabinets looks great.

we have what is called pencil edge- for almost a year- no problems chipping and we have shaker cabinets- it makes for nice clean lines. i can post a pic if you'd like.

Thank you sandtab and theresab1. I don't want to be demanding, but it's great that each of you posted with the opposite counter edging on shaker cabinets. It would be really helpful for me to see a picture of them so I can make a comparison .... if it's not too much bother.

Thanks again,
Sandra

I have had squared edge for 4 years, heavy use, many children. We have not had any chipping problems whatsoever . I am doing same edge in new build. I prefer the clean look especially with our shaker cabs.

Here is our old house....

Here is new house.....

Not to hijack, but acountry farm, WOW!! Would you mind telling me all about your countertop materials???

I much prefer the look of a square edge. Our granite is 1 1/4" with no lamination, and I think it has the right amount of thickness to show off the stone without being chunky. Mind you, it's going in now so it's not like I have experience with chipping. I'll post again in 6 months!! ;-)

FWIW, we've had our granite countertops for almost 8 years and the only blemish on them is a small chip on the squared edge around the sink. I hadn't even thought about whether the edging influenced that chip until I read this thread. All the other edges are bullnose and look great.

here is a pic of our pencil edged granite:

karalouise -- Old house or new? I will give details for both, but I am guessing you wanted info for new.

Old House- New Venetian Gold

New House -
Perimeter counter top is AB (absolute black) Honed granite, island, baking centers, bar top are Carrera marble.