Price of granite countertops
The price of granite counter tops varies greatly, because there are several different types. Basically, the more seams you have the less it is going to cost you. The ideal and best looking would be to do a slab granite counter top. In this case you are looking around $70 per square foot of counter top you are replacing. In an average kitchen, of a 1,700 square foot house, this will be approximately $2,000 to re-do your kitchen counter tops.
Styles of granite countertops
There are many different styles of granite countertops to choose from. You can buy pieces and bud them up against each other and put epoxy between the tiles. This is less desirable, because it lends itself to having to be fixed more often and gives a less polished look. If you want a quality product, but need to cut cost somewhere, make sure there are only seams where the counter turns. (Like at the corners) The slab style of granite countertops is the highest quality and gives the best finished product. This type is specifically measured to fit into your kitchen, and is usually best to be cut and installed by a professional.
Installation of granite countertops
The installation of granite countertops isn't a very intricate process, but the steps much be followed precisely or you won't have a stable product. When you decide to decide that you want to redo your countertop you need to allow for at least 2-3 days of mess before the finished product will be complete. The old countertops must first be removed. Then support beams of either wood or metal will need to be secured to the top of the cabinets. Granite is a very heavy material and you want to make sure it isn't going to jeopardize the stability of the cabinets underneath.
