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I hate my counters

11 years ago
I am in the process of getting a completely custom kitchen done and I hate my countertop choice. I need some professionals to tell me I made the right choice, so I can feel better about it.

Comments (40)

  • 11 years ago

    I'm not a pro but I think the counter looks great in your kitchen.

  • 11 years ago

    This is at least the second thread you have started on this topic.

    You say you want some professionals to tell you that you made the right choice.

    I am a professional (in some field). You did the right thing.

    Do you feel better now?

  • 11 years ago
    I thought I could delete one of my posts, but couldn't. Please disregard. Don't feel better yet. I'd like a few opinions.
  • 11 years ago
    I think they look fabulous!!! Give it some time....if you dont like them in 6 months, start to worry!
  • 11 years ago
    It will look great when all completed....very normal to have doubts and panic at this stage. I really like your choices.
  • 11 years ago
    I am not a professional but I do play one on TV...your counter choice is perfect...enjoy!
  • 11 years ago
    Love it. I always panic before things are complete .
  • 11 years ago

    How can you have doubts about those fabulous counters? they're gorgeous!

  • 11 years ago

    Why do you think having a pro tell you that you made the right choice is going to make you feel better when you clearly don't like it? It's like having a sales clerk in a high end clothing store tell you a certain outfit looks good on you when you don't like it. Admit you don't like it and decide how to rectify it.

  • 11 years ago
    What don't you like? I love them in your space!
  • 11 years ago
    @hayleydaniels I'm asking for professional advice because I feel like the counters are too creamy for all of the white. However, if I hear from people who are more educated in this area than I am, that they would also have chosen this stone, then I won't question my decision as much. I'm worried that it looks wrong, so if I hear from people who think it looks right, then I'll feel better! With a kitchen Reno like this, I cannot afford to replace them anytime soon.
  • 11 years ago
    I also reposted this question with better wording, hoping I could delete this post with the title (The site doesn't allow me to delete posts). I don't hate the counters, I'm just unsure about my choice.
  • 11 years ago
    I'm not a pro but just completed a total kitchen renovation and people seem to think we did a good job choosing materials so here's my thoughts...

    Your cabinets are beautiful and your countertops work well with them. Wait until you have your accessories and decor....trust me...you'll love it! Good job.... Now open up a bottle of wine ( or juice) and toast to your hard work.
  • 11 years ago
    I agree with LaurakDesigns and others about doubts and panic in the middle of a project,,,,asking for some reassurance
    seems like human nature to me. . .cheers to your beautiful kitchen from a fellow needy remodeler
  • 11 years ago

    I think they look truly gorgeous in these pictures. Lots of visual appeal. We're in the stage of picking out counters for our master bath so I understand the angst. As our designer told us "the counters are not the star, they are a piece of the whole project". I think you'll love them once it's all done.

  • 11 years ago

    Look great...consider gray glass subway tile for backsplash...and let us see the finished product.

  • 11 years ago

    Trina, let the Houzzers help you pick a backsplash. They do wonderful work here and will help you feel fabulous about your choices. Like dclost mentioned a gray glass subway. Get some backsplash tiles, place them on the counter leaning against the wall, and take pictures. There are countless dilemmas at this stage on this forum.

  • 11 years ago
    I would like to have that countertop. can you tell us what it is?
  • 11 years ago

    there is already a backsplash - in the pics it's white subway tile


  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Hi, I think your kitchen looks great. We all have doubts sometimes.....but I think you have made beautiful choices. I think the difference in the counter color/creamier look and the cabinets, make it interesting. Don't stress, you really have done well. :) ..... Disclaimer- I am not a Pro. ;)

    PS. Also, once you start adding accessories ...it will all come together, I'm sure. :)

  • PRO
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    I think they look great! I like the backsplash, also. When you add some of your own things you will probably like them better.

  • 11 years ago
    What is your countertop called? I am renovating my kitchen and thinking of ton with white cabinets like yours. I think its gorgeous! Also what color white cabinets are those?
  • 11 years ago
    Once all is done and decor is finished it will look better. Right now all you see is the counter because there isn't anything else to look at.
  • 11 years ago
    @LouiseHorton I only know that it's a quartzite! I picked it a couple of months ago, and my PM arranged all of the details with the contractor. I'm so glad everyone likes it, makes me feel so much better about my choice now(:
  • 11 years ago
    I love you counter and kitchen cabinets. I always second guess myself. I wanted white marble counters but my husband found a great deal on something else and "surprised" me
  • 11 years ago
    I'm not sure why only part of my comment posted but I was saying that my husband " surprised" me with counters that I hate. Things could be worse right?
  • 11 years ago

    Ohhh, my husband only bought me vacuum cleaners. It was his way of hopefully finding one I really had fun with so I would never ask him to vacuum. Those I hide in the garage. Karen, I know you can't hide your counter. :)

  • 11 years ago

    Trina, I think your counters are 'snazzy'! You can change your kitchen accent color whenever you want to.

  • 11 years ago
    Looks great! You have nothing to worry about there.
  • 11 years ago
    Don't know if any one is still checking this post, but here is the finished product. You're right, I like the counters much more now!
  • 11 years ago

    Glad to hear that, because it looks terrific! Good luck and enjoy! :)

  • 11 years ago
    Looks really good. You did a nice job!
  • 11 years ago
    Looks great!
  • 11 years ago

    Very pretty!

  • 11 years ago

    Looks great! Enjoy your kitchen!

  • PRO
    11 years ago
    I agree with you about the countertops - this is where you can bring in color, here and the backsplash.
  • 11 years ago
    Turned out great!!
  • PRO
    11 years ago

    they look very clean and fabulous!

  • 11 years ago
    Looks great ! Just need some pops of color to make it really fabulous, pottery bowls- fresh flower vase- fruit , go with your gut!