Looking for kitchen counter top ideas...

13 years ago

We have painted our cupboards Sandy Hook gray, added mosaic tile backsplash (grey, stainless, white, white marbel) and are looking for pure white counter tops to bring it all together with a nice fresh look similar to the attached picture. I don't want a laminent but can't afford high end granite. Any suggestions that can be done on a budget without looking cheap?

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13 years ago

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I am not sure how or if you can get a pure white counter other than with quartz - which unfortunately can be more expensive than granite especially for the pure white. Hopefully someone will have a suggestion for another material that would work.

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jenby1
13 years ago
You can't go wrong with quartz. Everyone who comes into our house asks us about our counters. They are Caesarstone Pebble, very easy to maintain and indestructible. Granite is starting to look dated.
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cherylrogers
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13 years ago
Thank you for the tip - I'll look into it! Looks like I better save my pennies if I want to achieve my look....
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eelyram7
13 years ago
You can get a pure white with Corian, a solid surface material, which is sort of a middle of the road material for counter tops. http://www.dupont.com/products-and-services/construction-materials/surface-design-materials/brands/corian-solid-surfaces/products/corian-all-colors.html
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User
13 years ago
If you do end up with quartz, I have silestone white zeus extreme which is a pure white. We are very happy with it.
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Arlene Awarda Architect
13 years ago
There are 'salvage yard' peices by granite companies. They are end of use pieces that may fit your countertop. These are offered for less as usual, but you have to call around, to your local suppliers, showrooms. Then you may find something!..
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njcook53
13 years ago
Here is a site that may have something you would like, free shipping when you purchase 3+: http://solidsurface.com/sheet-material/overstock/where/color-family/white
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Joseph Stuchel/Bella Interiors LLC
13 years ago
Have you ever considered Carrera Marble? I know it's not solid white, from slab to slab, there is always a definite difference. Of course, some might have more grays, than others. but as a designer, I always look at all possibilities. It could just be a wonderful SURPRISE! Best to you, on your adventure!
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DirectBuy of Fort Worth
13 years ago
Samsung Radiant quartz has a nice pure white and is less expensive that Caesarstone..also cambria quartz is lower in price..both are great options and worry free. Corian can melt, marble can stain. There is also engineered marble (not quartz) from M S International that is less than $15 a sqft..
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